Writing Prompts Library

Write a narrative (story) with the title 'Saved!'. Who was saved? What were they saved from? Was it a close call? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation (introduction) to introduce your characters and setting, include a complication (problem) that your characters must face, ensure your story has a resolution (ending), use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing.

Plastic bags are convenient, but they can hurt the environment. Should plastic bags be banned completely? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

You are standing at the top of the highest diving board at the pool. It's your turn to jump. Write a story about what happens next. Describe what you see, what you feel, and what you decide to do.

Persuade your school principal that children need longer recess or playtime.

State your case on whether school canteens should only be allowed to serve healthy food.

You have been given the chance to give a speech to everyone at your school about one thing you believe should change to make the school a better place. Write a persuasive speech to convince them.

Books allow you to use your imagination, but TV shows you the pictures. Which is better? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

One morning you wake up and realize you have the ability to fly.

Write a narrative (story) that involves a creature. It could be a pet, a wild animal, or a mythical beast. Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation (introduction) to introduce your characters and setting, include a complication (problem) that your characters must face, ensure your story has a resolution (ending), use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing.

Provide reasons why children should be allowed to stay up later on weekends.

You are a detective solving the mystery of treats disappearing from the school.

Too much money is spent on toys. Do you agree? Do you disagree? Perhaps you can think of ideas for both sides. Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

Write a narrative (story) that takes place during a massive storm. Is your character stuck inside or outside? What happens when the lights go out? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Write a narrative (story) about 'The Gate'. Where does it lead? Is it locked? Who opens it? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation (introduction) to introduce your characters and setting, include a complication (problem) that your characters must face, ensure your story has a resolution (ending), use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing.

You discover a secret entrance behind a shelf in the school library or classroom.

Imagine if every classroom had a class pet. Would this be distracting or helpful for learning? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

You switch places with your teacher and have to lead the classroom for the whole day.

It has been said that riding a bike is an essential skill for every child. Do you agree? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

A new neighbor moves in next door and you find out they are a robot.

A hero is someone you admire. Choose a hero who you think deserves an award. The person you choose could be someone from your family or community or could be someone well-known to everyone. The person may be young or old, male or female. Write to convince a reader why the person you have chosen is special and should be given an award. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear.

Write a narrative (story) that begins with a strange noise in the middle of the night. What made the noise? Was it scary or funny? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

You discover a secret group of toys or animals that only meets at midnight.

Write a narrative (story) about finding a secret key. What does it unlock? Is it a door, a box, or something else? Who does it belong to? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Some people prefer playing in a team (like soccer), while others prefer individual sports (like swimming). Which is better? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Students work hard during the week. Should they also have to do homework on the weekend? Write to convince a reader of your opinion regarding weekend homework. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

You find a backpack that produces whatever object you need at exactly the right time.

Write a story about something important that goes missing. It could be a trophy, a ring, or a favorite toy. Who took it? How is it found? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Imagine you find a pet that can suddenly speak English.

Write a story about a high-stakes race through a thick jungle.

You find a pair of sneakers that allow you to travel to any time in history.

Write a narrative (story) about an unexpected visitor arriving at your door. Is it a person, an animal, or something else? Why are they there? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Persuade your reader on which animal makes the better household pet.

Some people think zoos are important for saving animals. Others think zoos are cruel prisons. What do you think? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

Some people say rules are made to be broken. Others say rules keep us safe. What do you think about rules? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

Argue whether primary school students should be required to do homework at all.

Should children have to do chores to earn their pocket money, or should they just be given it? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Convince your audience whether students should wear uniforms or their own choice of clothes.

Some people love the heat of summer. Others love the cold of winter. Which season is better? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Argue whether reading a book is more beneficial for a child than watching a screen.

You find a remote control that can change the weather. What happens when it breaks?

Convince your reader whether animals should be kept in cages or zoos.

Imagine you woke up and were invisible. What would you do? How would you get people to notice you again? Write a narrative (story) about this day. Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Write a narrative (story) involving a map. It could be a treasure map, a subway map, or a magical map. Where does it lead? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Argue your position on whether everyone should stop eating meat to help the planet.

Rules and laws tell us what we can and cannot do. Choose a rule or law that you think needs to change. It could be a home or school rule. It could be a rule of a game or sport. It could be a law that everyone has to follow. The change should make the rule or law better. Write to convince a reader why this rule or law should be changed. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear.

Imagine if a character found an object that made something amazing happen. Write a narrative (story) about the adventure. You can use the characters and objects on this page OR you can make up your own. Think about: the characters and where they are, the complication or the problem to be solved, how the story will end. Remember to: plan your story before you start, choose your words carefully, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling, punctuation and paragraphs, check and edit your writing.

A dragon unexpectedly lands in your garden or backyard.

Write a narrative (story) about a robot helper that malfunctions. It was supposed to clean your room, but what did it do instead? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

You wake up one morning to discover you have an amazing new superpower! Write a story about your first day. What is your power? Do you use it to help someone? Do you try to keep it a secret?

Write a story about 'The Box'. It could be a mysterious box, a present, or something you found. Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation (introduction) to introduce your characters and setting, include a complication (problem) that your characters must face, ensure your story has a resolution (ending), use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing.

Everyone should learn to cook. Do you agree? Do you disagree? Perhaps you can think of ideas for both sides. Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

Choose a sport, hobby or activity that you are interested in. Write to persuade a reader why they should try your chosen activity. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your reasons for your choice. Why is it important for others to be involved in this activity? Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear.

Scientists are looking at ways for humans to live on Mars. Would you want to live on another planet? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Write a narrative (story) that features a sign. What does the sign say? Where is it? What happens when someone reads it? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation (introduction) to introduce your characters and setting, include a complication (problem) that your characters must face, ensure your story has a resolution (ending), use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing.

Should advertisements for junk food be banned during children's TV shows? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Everyone should learn to cook. Do you agree? Do you disagree? Perhaps you can think of ideas for both sides. Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

Some people believe school uniforms create a sense of belonging. Others think students should be able to wear what they like. Do you think school uniforms are necessary? Write to convince a reader of your opinion. Start with an introduction. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs, write in sentences, choose your words carefully, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Imagine waking up and the whole city is empty. Where did everyone go? What will you do? Write a narrative (story) about this idea. Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation (introduction) to introduce your characters and setting, include a complication (problem) that your characters must face, ensure your story has a resolution (ending), use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing.

Who is your hero? It might be someone famous, someone you know, or a character from a book. Write to convince a reader why this person is a hero. Start with an introduction. An introduction lets a reader know what you are going to write about. Write your opinion on the topic. Give reasons for your opinion. Explain your reasons. Finish with a conclusion. A conclusion sums up your reasons so that a reader is convinced of your opinion. Remember to: plan your writing, use paragraphs to organise your ideas, write in sentences, choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinion, pay attention to your spelling and punctuation, check and edit your writing so it is clear for a reader.

Write a narrative (story) about traveling in a time machine. Do you go to the past or the future? What do you see? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

Write a narrative (story) about being stranded on an island. Is it deserted? How do you survive? How do you escape? Remember to: plan your story before you start, write an orientation to introduce characters and setting, include a complication (problem), ensure your story has a resolution, use paragraphs, and check your spelling and punctuation.

A giant only ten centimeters tall arrives in your garden. How do you help them?

Argue whether it is better to have the ability to fly or the power to be invisible.