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Snail Writing Prompt Write a narrative about the snail’s journey. Imagine the obstacles it must overcome and the characters that it meets along the way. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What kind of adventure might this little snail be on? What other characters might it meet on this journey? Describe the snail.
Bird of Prey Writing Prompt Describe the world this creature lives in. Warm-Up Discussion Questions This image shows a magnificent bird of prey perched on a rocky crag, its head scanning the horizon for danger. How does this bird spend it time? What kind of challenges might it face?
Garden Short Story Ideas Write a narrative about the thoughts and adventures of this tiny creature. Warm-Up Discussion Questions Who is the girl and what might she be doing? What could this butterfly be thinking as it takes in the beauty of its surroundings? How would you describe this garden, the weather and the time
Mars Writing Prompt Write a narrative from the perspective of one of the astronauts, imagining their experiences and emotions as they navigate the challenges and wonders of space exploration. Warm-Up Discussion Questions Who are these people? How did they end up in this difficult situation? What kind of hopes and dreams might they have for
Wizard Creative Writing Prompt 1. Persuasive writing: Give reasons why it is important to nurture children’s creativity and believe in their ability to make the impossible possible. 2. Write a narrative about the wizard’s next adventure. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What kind of spells might this wizard cast? Why is it important to believe in the
Enchanted Unicorn Writing Prompt Describe what it is like in the forest from the perspective of the unicorn. Warm-Up Discussion Questions Imagine the world this unicorn inhabits. What does it look like, feel like and sound like? What does the unicorn like about this forest? What other creatures might live there? What kind of adventures
Horse Writing Prompt Choose a local nature area or park. Write a persuasive letter to a local leader about the importance of maintaining this nature area for future generations to enjoy. Warm-Up Discussion Questions Why should we take care of our environment and the animals that live in it? Who uses your nature area or
City Writing Prompt Write a recount of a person who lives in this vibrant city. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What do cities sound like, look like and feel like? What sort of things might make up a typical day in a city? How might it be different to where you live? How might it be similar
Tornado Encounter Picture Prompt Will the family be able to weather the storm, or will they need to evacuate? Write a narrative about what happens next. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What do you think each character is thinking and feeling at this moment? What kind of challenges might they face in the aftermath of the tornado?
Enchanted Forest Adventure Will these two characters go on a quest together, or will they each continue on their own magical journeys? Pick one as your main character. Write a narrative about a challenge they face and how they solve it. Warm-Up Discussion Questions How would you describe this setting? Who are they, and what
Hiking Narrative Prompt Write a narrative about a group of friends as they hike to the summit of a mountain. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What kind of challenges might they face? What positives could come from completing a challenging hike? What might they learn along the way? How might they be feeling at the beginning, middle
Strange World Creative Writing Prompts What kind of creatures might inhabit this strange and beautiful world? Would you want to visit this place in your dreams? Why or Why not? 1. Describe a creature that lives in this mysterious place. or 2. Write a narrative from the perspective of a traveller or explorer, imagining their
Adventures in a Mysterious World Imagine you wake up one day and find yourself in a completely different world. You are surrounded by ancient temple-like buildings built into rock walls, and there is a serene river flowing nearby. The scenery is hazy and dreamlike, with reality and fantasy seamlessly intertwining. Write a narrative about your
Animated Friends You are a real person who has just met an animated character, describe your experience: How did you feel when you saw the animated character come to life? What did you say? Did you take a picture together? Write a description of your exciting encounter!
Fairy Writing Prompt As the fairy in the picture, you live in an enchanted forest. Describe a day in your life. What do you see, hear, and do from sunrise to sunset? Include details about your fairy home, the plants and animals you interact with, and how you use your wings and magic throughout the
Volcano Research Writing As volcanologists stand at the base of a volcano, they look up at the dark, ashen smoke that is beginning to billow out of the crater. The air is thick with tension as they take measurements and record observations, trying to predict how the volcano will behave. As the ground beneath their
Animated Writing You are suddenly transported to a new world where you meet your favourite character from a book, movie, cartoon, or TV show. Write a narrative describing your adventure together and the challenges you face as you navigate this new and unfamiliar world.. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What emotions might you feel when you first
Skydiving Adventure Writing The boy had just landed from skydiving and was filled with a rush of adrenaline. As he walked away from the landing spot with his parachute billowing behind him, he couldn’t wait to tell his friends all about the amazing experience. Describe the boy’s skydiving adventure and how it made him feel.
Volcano Bike Riding Adventure Write a thrilling narrative about a BMX rider who discovers a mysterious and dangerous new track on an active volcano. The rider must navigate through the treacherous terrain of lava and steam while performing daring tricks and stunts to stay ahead of the molten flow. Will they make it to the
Joyful Playground Adventure Writing Imagine you are the child in the photograph, feeling the joy of playing on the playground on a beautiful day. Write a narrative about the adventures you have on the playground – maybe you climb to the top of the jungle gym, swing high into the sky, or make new friends
Friends or Foes Picture Prompt In this intriguing photograph of two insects interacting, it’s hard to tell what’s going on. Use your imagination to think about what might be happening between these two insects and decide what the outcome of their interaction might be! Choose your text type – a description of the moment they
Happy Insect Adventures In this close-up macro photograph of a happy insect, we see an unexpected and delightful world of tiny details. Imagine you are that happy insect. Write a narrative about your day-to-day adventures, from exploring blades of grass to flying among flowers. What kind of things do you do and see in your
Space Story Starter As the young astronaut walks through the bustling city street, she suddenly receives a message from mission control. They tell her that there’s been a catastrophic event on the space station she was stationed on, and she’s the only one who can fix it. She must use all of her astronaut training
Astronaut Adventure Writing As the young astronaut walks through a busy city street, she notices something strange happening in the sky. She sees a bright light and a strange shape flying towards her. The people around her are oblivious to what’s happening, but she knows she’s the only one who can save the city from
Small Moment Writing Imagine you are the child in the picture, standing before a vast array of your favourite sweet treats. Your eyes twinkle with excitement, and you can hardly contain your joy. Today is special because you get to choose the one treat you love the most. Describe how you feel as you reach
Board Game Creative Writing Imagine you’re a toy game piece that has just come to life on a magical game board. What kind of game are you in, and what will be your first move? Warm-Up Discussion Questions What would it feel like to come to life as a game piece suddenly? What special abilities
Racing the Wind Writing Prompt Create a dialogue between the child in the wheelchair and the wind as they race each other down the hill. What would the wind say about the child’s speed and excitement? How does the child respond, and what do they learn from each other during their playful competition? Warm-Up Discussion
Persuasive Writing Prompt Write a persuasive text, arguing why animals should or should not be allowed to participate in human sports and activities. Use examples from the image of the lion riding a surfboard and any other experiences or knowledge you have about animals and sports. Warm-Up Discussion Questions How do you think the lion
Tiger Picture Prompt Imagine what it would be like to be the tiger in this scene. Describe your thoughts and feelings as you interact with this child. Warm-Up Discussion Questions How do you think the child and the tiger are feeling? Where might they be? What might they say to each other?
Football Surprise Creative Writing Prompt Describe this moment! Include: what it looks like, sounds like, feels like (emotions and thoughts) as well as the actions of both the humans and animals involved. How would you describe a butterfly? What do you think they are thinking and feeling? What problems or challenges might the footballers be