Include Dialogue with Punctuation

~13 min

Dialogue is when characters speak in a story. It makes stories more interesting and helps show character personalities.

Defining Dialogue

A Chat at the Park

Two friends talking on a park bench about a lost ball.

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What are the characters doing?

Rich scene illustrations are authored separately — this panel carries prompts only.

Dialogue is when a character speaks out loud in a story. It helps the reader learn more about the character's feelings and personality.

💡 Listen for the words that characters actually say to find the dialogue.