317+ ‘Animal’ Writing Prompts
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The Gift of Transformation
Imagine if you could transform into any animal for a day; which one would you choose and why?
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Imagine Empathy
Create a story centered around an imaginary friend who’s going through a tough time.
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Animal Cycle
View the world through the eyes of an animal, detailing their experiences from sunrise to sunset.
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Pioneer’s Best Friend
Write a story from the perspective of a pioneer family’s dog during their journey westward.
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The Magic of Metaphors
Write a poem that uses a particular animal to represent a personal trait or emotion.
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The Wildlife Journalist
You are a wildlife journalist narrating your most thrilling encounter with an animal.
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Animal Transformation
Imagine that you can transform into any type of animal, any time you wish. Write about the animal you turn…
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Whiskered Companions
Create a biographical sketch of a family pet or animal you have known.
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Animal Testing: Is it Ethically Wrong?
Argue whether or not animal testing for the purpose of medical research and development is ethically acceptable.
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Helping a Stray
Write about a time or an imaginary scenario where you helped a stray or an injured animal.
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Letter to the Wildlife
Write a letter to your favorite animal in the zoo, expressing your feelings and thoughts towards them.
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The Animal World Congress
Describe a conference of animals where each group member is a different animal.
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The Amazing Animal Kingdom
Imagine spending a day as your favorite animal. Tell the story of your day.
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The Day in the Life of…
Write a story from the point of view of a domestic pet or wild animal experiencing a day in their…
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Riddle Me This
Think of an object or animal and write a riddle about it using descriptive words.
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Mutation, Evolution or Degeneration
Imagine a post-apocalyptic world where some form of mutation or evolution has occurred.
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Animal Antics
Find an image of animals behaving unusually and craft a story explaining what’s going on.
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Spring Babies
Describe the experience of your pet bringing new life into the world or write a fictional piece about a wild…
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Animal Awareness in April
Considering April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, write a heartfelt letter or story promoting animal welfare.
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Joy of Spring Freedom
Write about the joy your pet or a wild animal experiences as the weather gets warmer, and they can explore…
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Easter Pet Parade
Imagine organizing an Easter Parade for pets. Describe who would participate and what activities you would plan.
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April Showers and Animal Friends
Write about a memory or a made-up story about your pet experiencing spring showers for the first time.
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A Day in the Life of Your Pet
Describe a typical day in the life of your pet from your pet’s perspective.
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Animal Planet Adventure
Pretend you’re an explorer visiting a unique animal on a distant planet. Describe what this creature looks like, how it…
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Animal Testing in Science
Write a compelling essay arguing your position on the use of animals in scientific research.
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Animal Tracks Detective
You found some animal tracks in the mud. Describe the animal which left them and the journey it had.
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5. The Animal Whisperer
Imagine you have the ability to talk to animals. Write about a day spent having conversations with your animal friends.
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Coolest Animal Traits
Choose your favorite animal and describe what makes it the coolest in your opinion.
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Exotic Pets: Unconventional Love
Argue for or against keeping exotic pets. What are the pros and cons?
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Class Pet Vote
Write about what kind of animal you think would make the best class pet and defend your selection.
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Migration of Birds
Write about the migration of birds during the fall season and explain why it occurs.
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Among the Bunny Trails
Write about coming across a rabbit’s dwelling on Easter and the possible adventures inside.
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Forest Awakening
Write about morning sunrise in a forest from the perspective of an animal that lives there.
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Animal Kingdom Diaries
Pick an animal you find fascinating and write a diary entry from its perspective.
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Point of View Challenge
Write your story from an unconventional viewpoint, like an inanimate object or an animal.
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Dragons in Modernity
To save its species from extinction, a dragon must learn to coexist with humans in a modern city.
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If Animals Formed a Band
Imagine if the animals at the zoo formed a music band. Name the band and describe the types of music…
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Awakening from Hibernation
Write from the perspective of an animal that goes into hibernation during winter, and its experience of waking up in…
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Blooming Encounters
Describe a moment of interaction between a particular animal and a blooming flower in spring.
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Zany Zoo
If you ran a zoo filled with mythical creatures, what would a normal day look like?
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Friendly Conservation
Write a letter to an endangered animal, expressing how they feel about the situation and what they want to do…
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All Aboard the Number Train
Write a fun story about ten animals boarding a train, where one animal gets on at each stop.
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Choosing a Class Pet
You are part of the student council in your school and it’s time to select a class pet. Write a…
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The Perspective Switch
Conclude your story by revealing the entire narrative was seen and narrated from a surprising perspective.
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A Day in the Life of a Pet
Write a story from the perspective of your pet or favorite animal for a day.
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Furry Friend Chronicles
Chronicle a day in the life of your pet or an animal you admire and discuss why you chose them.
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Storytelling with Animals
Write a story based on talking animals wherein each animal represents a different characteristic or value.
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The Day Animals Talked
Imagine that all animals started talking one day. Write about your conversations with your favorite animal.
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Animal Autobiography
If you were an animal, what kind would you be, and what would a day in your life be like?
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Blessing of the Animals
Write about a scenario where you organize an animal blessing ceremony on Earth Day.
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Silly Animal Adventure
Create a story about going on an adventure with an animal that has human qualities.
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Through a Pet’s Eyes
Describe a typical day from the point of view of a pet.
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Zombie Pet Rescue
Describe a situation where you find an adorable pet stranded amidst the zombies and you are determined to save it.
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The Adjective Adventure
Write a descriptive paragraph about your favorite animal using at least five different adjectives.
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Exercise in Empathy
Write a story from the perspective of your pet or favorite animal.
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The Talking Animal
Draw an animal and write a conversation you would have if you could talk to animals.
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Water Rises
Describe a community that adapts to living in a world where the sea levels have risen drastically.
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Endangered Species Epistle
Write a letter to a child of the future, explaining a now-extinct animal that was once common.
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Otherworldly Animal Communicator
Your main character has the uncanny ability to communicate with the spirits of pets.
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Whispers of the Forest
Craft a tale where trees can communicate in their special language, revealing ancient secrets of the forest.
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Life of a Squirrel
Write a story from a squirrel’s viewpoint about preparing for winter during fall.