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educational activities, games, and videos: At the bare minimum, a story must have a Beginning, Middle, and End .
Since you're looking for the , here are the core standards for different types of work based on general industry guidelines and expert advice. Short-Form Writing (Essays & Op-Eds)
: Every piece needs an Introduction, Body, and Conclusion . Creative Writing (Stories & Novels)
: While anything over 40,000 words can be categorized as a novel, 50,000 words is generally considered the industry minimum for a first draft.
: A short essay should be at least 100 words to define a subject clearly, though 300 to 500 words is the recommended professional minimum.
: You need a central conflict , a character concept (strengths and weaknesses), and a basic chronological storyline . Music Composition Writing a good Minimalist piece - Young Composers