213+ Category: Writing Prompts For Middle School
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Mind-Boggling Mysteries
Write a mini-mystery and then solve it using logical deduction and clues you’ve embedded in the story.
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Science Fiction Societies
Create a futuristic society and discuss how its inhabitants would tackle a societal issue we face today.
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Inventive Innovation
Design an invention that could solve a current world issue, and detail how it would work and implement it.
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Exploring Ethical Dilemmas
Write about a moral or ethical dilemma and your thoughts on the right course of action.
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Analyzing Advertisements
Write a critique of a television commercial or online advertisement you recently saw.
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Friendship Evolution
Describe a friendship journey that you’ve had through different phases of life.
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The Joy of Firsts
Reflect on an achievement that was a “first” for you, such as winning a competition for the first time or…
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Triumph Over Trials
Describe a time when you overcame a significant challenge in your life, detailing the process and emotions you experienced.
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Growth in Failure
Write about a failure you experienced and how the lessons from it lead to personal growth.
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Humbling Experiences
Reflect on a moment when you felt truly humbled, and detail the lessons you learned from it.
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Life’s Defining Moment
Write about a time when you faced a challenging situation and how it reshaped your perspective on life.
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The Evolving Art Styles
Pick two different art styles (e.g. Renaissance and Cubism) and compare how they portray a common theme (like love or…
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Finding Beauty in the Banal
Pick an everyday object and articulate why it could be perceived as a piece of art.
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Masterpiece of My Life
Choose a moment in your life and depict it as a painting, describing the elements you would include.
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Curating Your Personal Exhibit
If you had a chance to curate an art exhibition, what type of artwork would you include and why?
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Diving into Da Vinci
Imagine you’ve jumped into one of Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings; describe your experience.
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Bullies Beyond School
Craft a story centered around cyberbullying, detailing the mental strife it causes and possible ways to alleviate it.
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Attributes of Acceptance
Narrate a story about a new student in school who is from a very different cultural background.
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Environmental Advocacy
Write a speech that you would deliver to your peers encouraging them to care more about the environment.
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Poverty Perspective
Assume the role of a homeless person writing a letter to the mayor about the challenges they face.
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Digital Dependence
Write about a teenager living in a world where all types of screens have suddenly disappeared.
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Alternate Reality Escape
You accidentally stumble upon a parallel universe. How is it distinctly different from ours and how can you get back?
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The AI Revolution
Write a story where AI technology outpaces human intelligence and attempts to take control.
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Time Travel Dilemma
You invent a time machine but it only makes one round trip. Where and when would you go and why?
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Galaxy Odyssey
Imagine you’re piloting a starship through the endless space, what is your journey like and what new worlds do you…
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Preservation versus Progress
Argue for or against the destruction of historical buildings to make way for modern infrastructures.
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Golden Years or Gilded Cage
Convince your readers about the pros or cons of retirement homes for elderly parents.
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The Dark Side of Social Media
Convince your readers about the negative impact of social media on young people’s mental health.
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Fantasy Sports League
Design and describe your own fantasy sports league and the rules that would govern it.
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Make It or Break It
Write a letter from the perspective of an injured athlete to their younger self, warning about the injury and giving…
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The Inspirational Athlete
Choose a professional athlete who inspires you and write an article about how their journey or skillset motivates you.
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The Sportsmanship Story
We often hear stories of sportsmanship and fair play, write an essay about any one instance of good sportsmanship -…
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Pitching Perfection
Write a fictional story about a middle school boy or girl who pitches a perfect game.
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School Bus Bonds
Compose a story about a memorable journey you had on a school bus between home and school.
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The Test Triumphs and Turbulence
Write about a particular test or assignment that stands out in your mind.
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Remarkable Teacher Ruminations
Detail a relationship you had with a teacher who significantly shaped your school experience.
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The Hatchling’s Flight Plan
Describe a new habit you want to develop that you think will help you reach your personal goals.
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Triumph Over Trials
Write about a goal you’ve struggled with and how you’re planning to overcome the challenges.
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The Motivation Museum
Describe an object, a phrase, or a person that motivates you to strive towards your goals and explain why.
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The Ultimate Superpower
If you were to possess one superpower to aid you in accomplishing your life goals, what would it be and…
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Mapping Your Future
Write about your biggest personal goal for the future and the steps you think you’ll need to take to achieve…
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The Friendship Challenge
Imagine being in a situation where you had to break your friendship with someone, write about how you would deal…
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Adventures with My Best Friend
Create a short story about an adventure you and your best friend embarked on.
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The Importance of Friendship
Write about a time when a friend helped you through a particularly difficult situation.
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Family Vacation Misadventures
Narrate an adventurous family vacation that didn’t go according to plan.
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The Cyrus Chronicles
Create a hypothetical scenario where a long-lost relative, Cyrus, shows up at a family reunion.
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Family Traditions Revealed
Write about a specific family tradition and its significance in your life.
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The Hidden Masterpiece
Write about the process of creating a piece of art, your struggles, and the ultimate triumph.
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The Art of Losing
Describe a sport you love but often lose at, and the life lessons it has imparted.
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The Impact of Service
Reflect on a service project you contributed to and how it influenced your understanding of community.
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Unheard Stories Behind the Stage
Describe the exhilaration of performing on stage in a school play or band concert.
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A Tale of Transformation
Write about your personal transformation after deciding to live a more environment-friendly life.
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The Vanishing
Describe a creature or plant that has recently gone extinct as a result of environmental degradation.
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Climate Change Chronicles
Write a document from the perspective of a climate change survivor 50 years from now.
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The Right to Green
Imagine a world where access to nature and green spaces is considered as fundamental a right as food and housing,…
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Nature Journaling
Write about your observations of nature, whether it’s a patch of wildflowers, a bird’s nest, or a worm crawling in…
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Courage with Atticus Finch
Consider the thought-provoking quote from ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, “Courage is not a man with a gun in his hand.…
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True Friends with Pooh
Reflect on the quote by A.A. Milne: “A day without a friend is like a pot without a single drop…
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Unraveling with Dumbledore’s Wisdom
Digest the quote by Albus Dumbledore: “It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than…
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Blossoming with Juliet’s Words
Consider the famous quote from Romeo and Juliet, “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, By any…
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Journeying with Emerson’s Wisdom
Reflect on the quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Life is a journey, not a destination.” and write about how it…
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Lunar Lore
Imagine that the moon has a secret civilization thriving on it. Write about this lunar society, their customs, cultures, and…
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Whispers in the Wind
Write a story where the winds carry secret messages that only a chosen few can interpret.
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A Whole New World
Imagine you suddenly got transported to a fantastical parallel universe. Write about this new world and your adventures there.
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Enchanted Artifacts
Write about a mystical artifact that possesses significant power. Explore how an ordinary boy/girl comes into possession of it and…
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Fantastical Creatures Unveiled
Imagine living in a world where a new, unheard of creature is discovered. Write about what this creature is and…
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Middle School Milestone
Describe your most memorable moment in middle school and what lesson it taught you.
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Peer Pressure Predicaments
Discuss a time you faced peer pressure and how you handled the situation.
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Teacher Troubles
Reflect on an incident where you had a misunderstanding or disagreement with a teacher and how you resolved it.
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Puberty Perspectives
Write about your experience of puberty and how it has affected your emotions, relationships, and self-perception.
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Philanthropic Aspirations
Discuss a cause you feel passionate about and how you’d like to contribute to it.
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Time-Travel Paradigm
If you could travel back in time and change one event from your past, what would it be and why?
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The Power of Words
Describe a time when certain words had a strong impact on you, whether positive or negative.
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Pathways to the Future
Write an essay detailing your visions of the future and how you might contribute to that vision.
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Digital Age Dilemma
Explore whether the importance of writing has diminished in the middle school setting due to digital advancements. Support your argument…
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Your Future Self
Write a letter to your future self focusing on your academic and personal goals. Consider the role of writing in…
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Piecing Together History
Imagine life in a world where writing didn’t exist. How would information be passed, shared, or remembered? Reflect on the…
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Memory Makers
Consider a moment in your life where writing has directly led to a particular success or realization. Relate that to…
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Understanding the Value
Write an essay defining the importance of writing in your life and in school.
