12+ ‘ancestors’ Writing Prompts
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Jumping Through Time
Imagine you had the power to travel through time: where would you go, who would you meet and why?
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Cultural Connection
Describe a tradition or custom from your culture which you feel profoundly connected to.
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Evolution of Family Traditions
Think about a family tradition that has evolved over time and reflect on its journey.
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The Wise Words of Ancestors
Recall a piece of advice or wisdom bestowed upon you by an older family member.
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Triumphs in the Family Tree
Describe a significant victory or accomplishment one of your family’s ancestors has lived.
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Roots and Routes
Write about your family’s geographical journey, how it impacted your family history and what it means for you.
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Tracing the Timeline
Write about the significant events in your family’s past that have shaped its collective identity.
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Passing on the Baton
Write about a family tradition that has continued for generations and what it means to you.
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Heirloom Tales
Choose a family heirloom and narrate the story behind it from the perspective of the ancestor who first owned it.
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Land of Origins
Travel back in time through your imagination and describe the place your ancestors once called home.
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Heritage and Traditions
Describe a family tradition that’s been passed on for generations and give a backstory as to how it originated.
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Ancestral Voyage
Write about the journey your ancestors made to come to the country you’re currently in.
