Observing The Microcosm

Pick a small object or spot in nature and write about it in detail.

When delving into nature writing, it can be helpful to narrow your focus at first. Look closely – observe ants on a log or ripples in a pond. Describe what you see, but also try to infer what might be happening that you can’t see, and reflect upon the wider implications of these small happenings. This prompt will help understand observation, description and interpretation, the core building blocks of nature writing.