Think of an outline like the bones of a dinosaur. Just like bones hold up the dinosaur and give it shape, an outline holds up your ideas and gives them shape. It helps you know where everything goes so you can tell a story or explain something clearly.
Imagine drawing a picture of a house. The outline is like the lines you draw first. These lines show where the roof, walls, and doors will go. You need these lines to make sure everything is in the right place before you color it in.
An outline is also like a treasure map. It shows you where to go and what to do next. With a map, you won’t get lost, and with an outline, your ideas won’t get lost either. It tells you what comes first, what comes next, and what comes last.
Think about building with blocks. The outline is like the plan you have in your head before you start stacking. It helps you decide which block to use and where to put it so your tower doesn’t fall down.