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Comic strip planner template

A comic strip planner helps children tell a story in pictures. This example plans a six-panel comic about a dog who loses his lucky sock, with a caption box at the top of every panel, the characters, a speech bubble for what they say and a prop, plus a bank of sound effects and tips for keeping it funny.

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Comic strip planner example showing six numbered panels, caption boxes and speech bubbles, a sound-effects bank and tips
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. Plan the story in six steps

    Write one sentence for each panel first, from the set-up to the funny ending.

  2. Add captions and characters

    Use the caption box to say where or when, then place the characters in each panel.

  3. Write the speech bubbles

    Keep each bubble short, then add sound effects to bring the action to life.

Questions about this template

Can I add more panels to the strip?

Yes. Copy a panel with its caption and speech bubble and place it in the strip, or delete panels for a shorter comic.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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