What is exposition?

Exposition is like when someone tells you the rules of a game before it starts, so you know what’s going on and can play better.

Imagine you're playing hide and seek with your friends. Before anyone hides, the person who counts takes a deep breath and says, "I'm counting to ten!" That's exposition, it tells everyone what’s about to happen and how the game works.

In stories, exposition is like the first few pages of a book. It introduces you to the characters, the setting, and sometimes even the problem they need to solve. Think of it as the "hello" part of the story, it helps you get ready for all the fun that's coming next.

Without exposition, you'd be like someone who starts playing hide and seek without knowing where to hide or how to count! You’d be confused, and the game wouldn’t be as much fun. In stories, exposition gives you a head start, so you can follow along and enjoy the adventure.