The Badge Archive

How to Share Your Story with the World

A Guide for Young Creators Who Want Their Work to Make a Difference

You’ve written a story or comic strip that speaks up for something important. That’s amazing! Whether it’s about friendship, fairness, nature, or inclusion, your story has the power to inspire others. Now it’s time to share it in a way that lasts.

Publishing doesn’t have to mean bookstores or big websites. It just means making your story available for others to read, enjoy, and learn from. Here are some simple ways to do that:

Option 1: Print It Yourself

Best for: Sharing with your class, troop, or library

You can turn your story into a real book using supplies you already have!

Steps:

  • Type your story in Google Docs or Microsoft Word (ask an adult for help if needed).
  • Add your drawings by scanning them or taking clear photos.
  • Print the pages at home or school.
  • Staple them together or use a folder to make a book.
  • Add a cover with your title, name, and a cool illustration!

Where to Share:

  • Read it aloud in class or at a troop meeting.
  • Donate a copy to your school or local library.
  • Ask your teacher if it can be displayed in the hallway or reading corner.

Option 2: Share It Digitally

Best for: Reaching friends, family, and your community online

You can turn your story into a digital book that people can read on a screen!

Steps:

  • Save your story as a PDF (ask an adult how to do this).
  • Upload it to a safe place like:
    • A troop website or classroom blog
    • A shared Google Drive folder
    • A school newsletter or email list
  • Add a short message like:
    “I created this story to help others learn about [your topic]. I hope it inspires you!”

Bonus:

  • Create a QR code that links to your story and print it on a flyer or bookmark.
  • Ask your librarian or troop leader to help you share it during a special event or awareness month.

Option 3: Make a Mini Display

Best for: Creating a lasting impact in a public space

Turn your story into a small exhibit that others can read and learn from.

Ideas:

  • Print each page and hang them on a bulletin board like a gallery.
  • Add speech bubbles, fun facts, or action tips around your story.
  • Include a “Did You Know?” section about your topic or cause.

Tips for Making It Last

  • Add your name and the year so people know who created it.
  • Include a short note about why you made the story.
  • Leave extra copies or a digital link so others can keep sharing it.
  • Ask a teacher or troop leader to help you save it in a binder or folder for future scouts.

Celebrate Your Work

You’re not just a storyteller, you’re a changemaker! Sharing your story helps others learn, feel seen, and take action. That’s a big deal.

So whether you print it, post it, or display it, your story deserves to be read. And you deserve to be proud.

Tia Kennard