Other
Newswriting for Radio: Leads & Teases
If you need to write a radio news story, you must stop here. You can find all you ever needed to know and more on how to be a great radio journalist.
Other
News University: Interactive Lead Lab
Use the lead lab to take an in-depth, interactive look at the foundation of news stories: the lead. Flash Player is required.
Columbia University
Tips: Leads
One page document gives important pointers on writing news story leads. Part of a Columbia University site.
Other
Writing Effective Leads
Do you know your news elements? Can you spot the most important one? This site helps you spot different kinds of leads, and which news element they emphasize. Includes an exercise for use in your own classroom.
Other
10 Leads That Shout Ugh!
When you write a lead, you want it to be fresh and interesting. Here are 10 pitfalls to avoid, and some tips on how to do so.
Other
Beginning Reporting: The News Lead Part 2
Sometimes the best way to begin is with an anecdote or example. Reporter Jim Hall of the Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star gives tips about how to write effectively with this approach.
Other
Beginning Reporting: The News Lead Part 1
You have exactly 3 seconds to interest your reader in reading all your story. No pressure, right? Reporter Jim Hall offers some observations on writing effective leads on this page.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Leads
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will learn about different types of leads for stories. This interactive flipchart has examples of leads, Activote assessment, and activities for students to work on independently or in groups....
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Leads Part Ii
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will recognize different types of leads and will choose which leads best fit different pieces of writing. This is a part of the process of organizing and revising a piece of writing.
SMART Technologies
Smart: Leads in Narrative Writing
This lesson explains the purpose of a lead and introduces students to 6 different types of leads they can use in their writing.