Domino is a small, flat rectangular block used as a game piece. It has a surface that is arranged with an arrangement of dots, called pips, similar to those on dice. The domino is usually made of wood or plastic, but it can be constructed from metal, bone, or even cardboard. Dominoes have been in use for many centuries and have become an important part of popular culture.

The most common use of the domino is in a game known as dominoes, in which players place domino pieces edge to edge on a tiled table to form lines. Each player then tries to lay down dominoes with values that match those of the pieces at either end of the line already formed. The first person to do so wins the game. Dominoes are also used for making art and are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and finishes.

In some games, dominoes are arranged in curved lines or in grids that form pictures when they fall. Stacking them into 3D structures like towers or pyramids is possible as well. Creating these structures requires planning and calculation, as it is important to know how each domino will impact the others when a single one falls. The idea of a single domino impacting the whole is the basis for a popular phrase that describes an event or sequence of events that leads to a greater-than-expected consequence: “like dominoes falling.”

Aside from playing with the dominos, they can be a fun tool to illustrate how a weak foundation can lead to an unstable structure. The joy of watching a line of dominoes slowly tip over and then crumble is mesmerizing. Similarly, the frustration that comes from a single weak element impacting the entire process of learning can be damaging for students.

When the CEO of Domino’s, David Brandon, saw the high turnover rates at Domino’s, he understood that something had to change. He quickly began implementing new policies like relaxing the dress code and revamping leadership training programs. When Jim Doyle took over as CEO, he continued these efforts to ensure employees felt heard and valued.

Dominoes are a great example of how story scenes can work together to build an effective narrative structure. Just as every domino has a purpose, each scene needs to advance the story in some way or be impacted by the next. Otherwise, readers may lose interest and abandon your novel. By ensuring that your scenes are arranged carefully and that each domino is in place before the next, you can create a seamless story that builds to a big climax. This is the kind of narrative that will keep readers engaged and turning the pages until the very end. So, what are you waiting for? Start arranging your scene dominoes today!