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  • Student Tutorial Guide – WhatIfTales.com

    Student Tutorial Guide – WhatIfTales.com

    Welcome to WhatIfTales.com! This guide will walk you through how to:

    • Log in to your student account
    • Create and submit a story
    • View your previous stories
    • Take a quiz
    • Edit your profile

    1. Logging In

    1. Go to whatiftales.com.
    2. In the menu bar, click Login.
    3. Enter your username and password, then click Login.
    4. You will be taken directly to your Student Dashboard.

    From the dashboard, you can:

    • View samples of your previous work
    • Access important and useful links

    These links are available both from the dashboard and the side menu, but using the side menu is generally recommended.

    2. Creating and Submitting a Story

    1. From the side menu, click Add New Story.
    2. A form will appear with fields to enter your:
      • Story Idea
      • Language (English is the default; currently, four languages are available, with plans to add more)
    3. In the Story Idea field, enter a question that begins with “What if”. Examples:
      • What if my cat could fly?
      • What if my dog could talk?
      • What if I shrunk to the size of an ant for one day?
    4. Once you’ve entered your idea, click Create and Submit.
    5. Wait 10–15 seconds for the system to process. You will see a confirmation message:”Story submitted successfully, awaiting review.”

    At this point, your teacher will review your story. You may still view it before it’s approved.

    3. Viewing Your Stories

    1. Go to the side menu and click View My Stories.
    2. You will see all your submitted stories, each with a status:
      • Under Review: Awaiting teacher approval
      • Approved: Reviewed and accepted by your teacher
    3. To view a story:
      • Hover over the story title in the Story Idea column
      • Click the View link

    Each story will include:

    • An AI-generated picture
    • A title generated by the program
    • Navigation options: Previous Story, Next Story, and Take the Quiz

    4. Taking the Quiz

    1. After reading a story, click Take the Quiz.
    2. Answer a few short questions based on the story.
    3. Submit your answers to receive your score. Your teacher will also see your score.

    Whether the quiz can be retaken is up to your teacher.

    Note: Sometimes, a story may not have a picture or appear broken. This could mean the status is “Rejected” or there’s another issue. Always ask your teacher if you’re unsure.

    Teacher approval for stories may take anywhere from 10 minutes to 24 hours.

    5. Editing Your Profile

    1. From the side menu, click Profile.
    2. You can update the following:
      • First and last name
      • Display name
      • Contact information
      • Biographical information
      • Profile picture
      • Password
    3. Once finished, click Update Profile.

    You’re now ready to start using WhatIfTales.com! If you have any questions or issues, be sure to contact your teacher for support.

  • How to Use What If Tales: A Guide for Parents & Teachers

    ✨ Welcome to What If Tales!

    What If Tales is a magical AI-powered storytelling platform designed to spark creativity in children from kindergarten through high school. Whether you’re a parent or a teacher, this guide will show you how the platform works, why it’s important, and how to get started today.

    🎯 Why What If Tales Matters

    Children love stories — and stories are powerful tools for growth. Our platform:

    • Encourages creative thinking and imagination
    • Improves reading comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar
    • Matches each child with stories based on their age, interests, and learning level
    • Saves time for teachers while increasing student engagement
    • Introduces children to the world of AI in a fun, safe way

    📝 How to Register

    For Parents:

    1. Click the “Submit Your Idea” button on the homepage.
    2. Register with your email and your child’s information.
    3. Once logged in, your child can submit their “What if…” story idea!

    For Teachers:

    1. Sign up as a Teacher through the registration form.
    2. You’ll have access to all your students’ submissions.
    3. Review, approve, or give feedback on their stories before they go live.
    4. You can manage students by classroom and track engagement.

    🧠 How the Program Works

    1. The child submits a creative “What if…” idea, such as: “What if dinosaurs lived in my backyard?”
    2. Our AI transforms it into a full story — tailored to the child’s age and interests.
    3. Once approved by a teacher or parent:
      • 📖 A story page is generated
      • 🖼️ An illustrated image is created
      • ❓ A fun quiz appears to test comprehension and reinforce learning
    4. Stories can be saved, printed, shared, or read aloud.

    📚 Benefits for Children & Educators

    For StudentsFor Parents & Teachers
    Fun, engaging storiesDashboard to monitor progress
    Encourages imaginationCurriculum-friendly content
    Builds language skillsSaves hours of prep time
    Age-appropriate contentAI-powered personalization

    ✅ Ready to Begin?

    Click the orange button below to Submit Your Child’s Idea and start the journey!

    Or, if you’re a teacher, sign up and try it with your whole class — it’s fun to use and full of magic.