Category: writing prompt
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Writing Prompt: Character Sketch
I’ve been deep in the middle of revisions to my middle grade novel and there is one character that I haven’t quite figured out. Then I realized that I don’t know that character very well. For each of my characters, including my secondary characters, I do what is called a character sketch. I write out […]
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Writing Prompt: Emotions
As writers, I believe we feel and experience emotions differently than the normal, everyday person. Now, that’s not to say that non-writers don’t have deep, complicated emotions. I think all humans do. It’s part of our humanity. What I do think is that writers allow themselves to experience the emotions (sometimes whether we want to […]
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Writing Prompt: Ghost Stories
Since I was a kid, I’ve loved ghost stories. Something about them makes me think of mystery, suspense, and the unknown. They hold unique possibilities that “normal” stories don’t. Today, I want you to write a ghost story that takes place at night. It can take place inside or outside. Does it involve a haunted […]
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Writing Prompt: Animals
Today’s prompt is going to require you to put on your academic hat. We are going to dive into the world of non-fiction. I want you to choose an animal. It can be your favorite animal, a weird one, a scary one, any animal you want. Once you’ve picked your animal, you’re going to research […]
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Writing Prompt: Toy Store Magic
Today, I want you to create a toy store that comes to life after the doors close. What does the store look like? What kind of toys does it sell? What do the toys do when they come to life? How do they come to life? Is it by magic or a single toy that […]
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Writing Prompt: Journaling
As a writer, I always carry a journal with me. It’s a good place to write down story ideas, character names, or scenes when they pop into my head. I want you to start keeping a writing journal (if you haven’t already). Use it however you see fit. Carry it with you or have it […]
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Writing Prompt: 1890s London
Today’s writing prompt is set in 1890 historic London, England. You are working for Sherlock Holmes helping to solve a crime. Here are the questions I want you to think about: What crime are you trying to help him solve? What is Sherlock like? Do you like him? Does his loud chewing annoy you? Is […]
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Writing Prompt: Gratitude
When the world is shifting and it feels like you have little control over it, it helps to write about what you are thankful for no matter how little it may seem. Today, I want you to write about what you are thankful for during this time. Are you still able to talk with you […]
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Writing Prompt: Write in the Moment
Today, I want to try something different. Since most of our learning will be taking place online over the next month or so, I want to take a moment to breathe. To step outside and observe. Do you have a backyard or patio? How about a big picture window that looks outside? The goal is […]
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Writing Prompt: Space
Today, I want students to write a short story set in space. It needs to have a beginning, middle, and end. There are no time restrictions, but aim for at least a page of writing. Think about the following questions: Characters: Who is your protagonist (main character)? Who are your supporting characters? What do they […]
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