Human Interest

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is tailored for students to structure a pitch for a human interest story. It asks students to think critically about key elements of storytelling, such as the lead, the main subject or “face” of the story, a summary of the story, the emotions it will evoke, the use of the subject’s own words, and maintaining balance. These prompts are designed to help the students outline their story in a way that will engage and resonate with an audience, focusing on the personal and emotional aspects that give human interest stories their appeal.

The worksheet is teaching students the importance of emotional engagement in human interest storytelling. It guides them to consider how to capture and maintain the audience’s attention from the very beginning with a compelling lead. Students learn to delve into the personal experiences of their subjects, using their direct words to add authenticity and depth to the narrative. Additionally, the worksheet encourages ethical storytelling by reminding students to keep their story balanced, avoiding sensationalism and respecting the dignity of the subjects involved.