Dogsled Writing Prompt The cold stings your cheeks, the dogs are sprinting across frozen ground, and the sky is alive with shifting colours. This is the kind of moment that demands a story — full of movement, tension, and the feeling that something important is waiting just ahead. Writing Task: Narrative Write a scene that
Underwater Scene Description Writing Prompt The underwater world is full of color, movement, and tiny details that most people never get to see. In this scene, you’re right there in the middle of it. Your job is to slow down, look closely, and describe the moment in a way that makes your reader feel like
Inference Writing Prompt When you look at an image, the story isn’t handed to you. You have to notice clues, connect them, and make smart guesses about what might be happening. That’s inferencing: using evidence + your own thinking to fill in the gaps. This misty lake scene is full of small details that hint
Dinosaur Informative Writing Prompt You’ve travelled back in time and had the most amazing encounter of your life: a real dinosaur steps out of the ancient forest and stares right at you. Your heart is pounding, but your curiosity wins. You pull out your field notebook, ready to record everything before the moment disappears. Create
Shimmering Path Creative Writing Prompt The glowing lights sweep and swirl across the grass, bright enough to guide you but strange enough to make your pulse skip. They move as if they’re alive, stretching forward, curling back, and waiting for your decision. You stand alone in the fog-filled valley, the only human in sight, with
Rainbow Inspiration Creative Writing Prompt Sometimes beauty appears in unexpected places, a rainbow shining not in the sky, but against a quiet lamppost on a misty evening. Your task: Write a poem inspired by seeing a rainbow. You might: Warm-Up Discussion Questions What colours do you see in the rainbow, and how do they make
Mountain Hike Preparation Writing Prompt Three hikers stand on a ridge, looking out across endless mountains. A hike like this can be exciting — but also dangerous if you aren’t prepared. Your task: Write an informative piece that explains how to prepare for and survive a mountain hike. Things to include: Extension: Design a simple
Water Cycle Informative Writing Prompt From the flap of your tent, clouds stretch like a soft blanket across the valleys below. This view isn’t just beautiful, it’s science in action. The water cycle is happening all around you, even from the top of a mountain. Your task: Write an informative piece that explains how the
Rain Day Media Writing Prompt Artists and media creators make choices — colours, objects, backgrounds — that send messages and shape how we feel. Your task: Explain how this image communicates meaning. Ideas to expand on: Extension: Transform the picture for a new purpose: Warm-Up Discussion Questions
Rushing Picture Prompt Describe the scene in slow motion, as if every movement, sound, and heartbeat is stretched out. The runner’s feet lift and land with deliberate weight, his breath roaring in his ears. Each flicker of the overhead lights feels like a pause in time. The faces of bystanders blur into strange still-life portraits,
Metaphor Creative Writing Your character stands high above a sweeping forest, strapped into a zipline harness. Below them: treetops, sunflare, sky. Behind them: a weight they’ve carried — something personal, heavy, or hidden. As they step into the air, they aren’t just launching into a physical ride. They’re letting go of something: a fear, a
What made her stop? Writing Prompt What Made Her Stop? Why did the child stop in the forest and reach for this one flower? Write a paragraph explaining what might have caught her attention. Was it the color, a sound, or something she remembered? Warm-Up Discussion Questions What do you think the child was doing
Kids Dialog Picture Prompt Write a conversation between the two kids as they stand in the field. What are they talking about? What are they planning to do next? Warm-Up Discussion Questions What do you think the two kids are looking at? How do you think the dog feels being with them in the field?
Exploring A Futuristic City Picture Prompt You spent an entire day exploring this futuristic city. Write a recount describing what happened during your day, including where you went, what you saw, who you met, and how you felt about your experiences. Don’t forget to write your recount in the order events happened! Warm-Up Discussion Questions
Pets Persuasive Writing Prompt Should every child grow up with a pet? Give three reasons, with examples to support your view. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What are some responsibilities of taking care of a pet? How can having a pet teach empathy and kindness? What are some benefits of playing with a pet? How do pets
Splash Choose Your Own Adventure: Lake 🌅 The still lake stretches before you, its surface calm and inviting. A wooden dock extends into the water, and nearby, inflatable toys bob gently in the distance. A boat rests quietly by the shore, waiting for an adventure. Your friends are chatting and laughing on the dock, their
Splash Choose Your Own Adventure: Water Park 💦 The water park is filled with excitement — laughter, splashes, and the sound of rushing water fill the air. You stand at the edge, adrenaline rising as you get ready to jump in. What is the sensation of the water against your skin as you sink into
Splash Choose Your Own Adventure: Ocean 🌊 The ocean stretches before you, its waves lapping against the shore, the salty breeze brushing your skin. A tropical island with soft, sandy beaches lies nearby, palm trees swaying in the breeze. You stand, ready to leap into the cool, inviting water. As you dive in, the water
Map the Setting Picture Prompt The person in this picture is standing in an incredible forest filled with towering trees. Before you write a narrative about this person and their journey, let’s explore this unique setting. 1. Imagine the Forest: Think about what this forest might be like beyond what we can see in the
Journey To Treasure Timeline Prompt The character in this picture has a history that led her to this amazing discovery! Your task is to create a timeline that shows some of the important moments in her life, from her early years up to the moment shown in the image. Think about who she might be,
Cat In Water Writing Prompt This cat has found itself in a very unusual situation! Write a narrative about how this cat ended up in the water. Was it a daring adventure, a clumsy accident, or something else entirely? What happens next? Does someone help the cat, or does it surprise everyone with its swimming
Magic in My Shoes Writing Prompt One sunny morning, you open your front door and see a mysterious box by your door. Inside is the most incredible pair of shoes you’ve ever seen — they glow with rainbow lights and look like they came from another world! You try them on, and suddenly… something amazing
Crossing The Bridge Creative Writing Prompt Nobody knew what lay beyond the mountain, but crossing the bridge was the only way forward. As your foot touches the first plank, the wind picks up, the valley stretches endlessly below, and the trees whisper secrets from both sides. What are you hoping to find on the other
Magical Surfboard Adventure Picture Prompt While walking along the beach early one morning, you stumble across a surfboard half-buried in the sand. It’s covered in strange symbols you’ve never seen before. You brush it off, drag it to the shore, and decide to take it for a ride… From the moment you touch the board,
Design Your Ultimate Adventure Bottle You’re an inventor working for a company that wants to inspire kids to explore the outdoors. They’ve asked you to design the next big thing — a reusable water bottle that’s fun, useful, and totally unique. 🔧 What special features will your bottle have? 🌿 How will it help kids
The Hunt Writing Prompt The sunlight filters through the trees, casting golden rays over a garden bursting with color. Laughter fills the air as baskets filled with hidden treasures. The breeze carries the scent of fresh grass and blooming flowers, and for a moment, time feels as light as the petals drifting in the wind.
Spring Descriptive Writing Prompt The air is warm, the grass soft beneath bare feet. The wind carries the scent of blossoms, and the fields are alive with color. In the distance, bells ring, laughter echoes, and the world feels fresh and full of promise. With a bouquet of wildflowers in hand, you run toward something,
Flying As A Superpower Picture Prompt Some people wish for invisibility, super strength, or the ability to time travel. But flying is the best superpower of all! Write a persuasive argument explaining why flying is an incredible ability and how it could change the world. Warm-Up Discussion Questions What are some situations where being able
Glowing Cosmic Rock Writing Prompt In the silent vastness of space, a rock glows like a heartbeat in the dark. What colours dance across its surface? Does it hum with an ancient power or pulse like a dying star? Is it a message from another world, a lost piece of the universe, or the key
Describing an Orange Picture Prompt You pick up an orange and turn it over in your hands. How does it feel? Is it smooth or bumpy, heavy or light? You bring it close to your nose—what does it smell like? The skin is firm, but when you press gently, does it give just a little?