593+ ‘Awareness’ Writing Prompts
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Peering Through The Fear
Describe a time when you were terrified, the outcome, and how you dealt with fear afterwards.
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Dreamland Autobiography
Write an autobiography detailing the dream you remember best, and delve into the emotions it stirred.
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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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The Joy of Firsts
Reflect on an achievement that was a “first” for you, such as winning a competition for the first time or mastering a new skill.
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Champion of Change
Pen a speech you would give if you were an important leader or an activist trying to make a positive change in society.
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Adventure in the Amazon Rainforest
Write about an adventure through the Amazon Rainforest. What animals do you see? What plants do you encounter? How does the experience change you?
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Election Reflections
Write about a recent local, state, or national election and your thoughts about the processes and results.
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Understanding Climate Change
Write about the effects of climate change and the steps we can take to help mitigate them.
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Endangered Animals and their Survival
Choose an endangered animal and write a feature piece on their current situation, their habitat and threats they face.
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Stepping Back in Time
Choose a job from a historical period and write about what it would have been like to have that job.
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Jobs Around the World
Choose a job that is unique to a particular country or culture and write about it.
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Invisible Space
Think about the personal traits you keep hidden from the world, the attributes that exist in your ‘invisible space’ and verbalize them.
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Matters of the Unseen
Imagine you have the power to become invisible at will, and describe a day in your life.
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The Unsung Hero
Write a narrative about a person in your community who deserves recognition but often goes unnoticed.
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Bill of Rights in Real Life
Discuss one of the amendments from the Bill of Rights and present a real-life scenario where it is at stake.
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Around the World in My Room
Describe an object in your room that came from another country or represents another culture.
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Beneficial Bugs
Explain the importance of most feared insects and germs in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem.
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Secret Superpower
Imagine having a superpower that lets you feel exactly what others are feeling. Write about a day with this superpower.
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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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Revelations in Isolation
Write a monologue where your character, stuck in solitude, confronts their deepest fears and insecurities.
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My Secret Superpower
Describe a hidden talent or unique quality you possess and how it impacts your day-to-day life, from ordinary situations to extraordinary challenges.
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Climate Change Superheroes
Imagine a superhero whose mission is to combat climate change. Write about their origin story, powers, and first big mission.
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Chasing Strings
You are a puppet that has, for the first time, become aware of the strings that control you.
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Black History Month Honors
Reflect on the significance of Black History Month and write about someone from Black history that deeply inspires you.
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Imaginary Superpower
Which emotion would be your superpower, and how would you use it to help others?
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Starting a Green Revolution
Write an opinion piece advocating for more environmental awareness and actions in your school.
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Breakfast to Bedtime
Describe your regular school day from the moment you wake up till you go to sleep.
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World Leaders’ Green-Decisions
Envision yourself as a world leader and describe the environmental policies you would implement.
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The Art of Solitude
Describe a time when you were alone, how it felt, and what you learned about yourself.
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Understanding Emotional Trajectory
Chronicle a timeline of your emotional growth from childhood to the present day.
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The World Around Me
Write about a local or global current event that interests you, and discuss your thoughts and feelings about it.
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Understanding Emotions
Write about a time when you felt really happy or sad, capturing in words the emotions you experienced.
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A Year in Review
Write an obituary for your past year, encapsulating the highlights, low points, and significant moments.
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The Love Potion Misadventure
Write about a wizard who accidentally drinks a love potion and falls head over heels for the last person he sees on Valentine’s Day.
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My Imaginary Friend
Write about the adventures with your imaginary friend beginning every paragraph with “My imaginary friend and I…”.
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Our Rainbow World
Beginning with the phrase “Today I saw something red,” have the child describe various items they’ve spotted in different colors throughout the day or week.
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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 other word would smell as sweet.” and pen down your thoughts on the significance of identity.
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Through Their Eyes
Describe how you might look from your best friend’s perspective. What attributes do they admire about you? What quirks do they find amusing?
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Self-Portrait
Write a detailed self-description, defining both your physical attributes and personal traits.
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Peer Pressure Predicaments
Discuss a time you faced peer pressure and how you handled the situation.
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Journey of Thankfulness
Imagine life without a specific privilege you have and express your gratitude for it.
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Harvest Time
Write about your experiences or thoughts about helping with or observing harvest time in your area.
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Changing Seasons, Changing Immunity
Write a journal entry documenting a day battling with fall allergies.
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The Itchy New World
Write a story about a young child experiencing fall allergies for the first time.
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Role of Education in Sustainability
Write about how education plays a critical role in promoting environmental responsibility.
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Artificial Intelligence Awakening
Write about an artificial intelligent being’s first moments as it gains self-awareness.
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Education and Autism
Discuss the implications of Autism in an educational setting and the accommodations necessary to support Autism in schools.
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Autism in Familial Relationships
Pen a story exploring the experience of a family member whose loved one has been recently diagnosed with Autism.
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Understanding the Spectrum
Write in the perspective of an individual on the Autism spectrum navigating their daily routine.
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Eco-friendly Initiative
Propose an eco-friendly initiative that could be implemented in your school or community.
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Trisomy in the Spotlight
Write a review of a book or a film that accurately portrays a character with Trisomy, discussing the realistic depiction and impact on audience perception.
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The Power of Advocacy
Reflect on how you could participate in advocacy for Trisomy awareness. Explore steps you could personally take to make a difference.
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Understanding Trisomy
Reflect upon your current understanding of Trisomy disorders and document your knowledge.
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Time Traveler’s Chronicles
You’ve invent a time machine and traveled to any era of your choosing. Write about your experiences.
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New Responsibilities
Reflect on the responsibilities that come with becoming an eighth grader and how they might change your day to day life.
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Tear-Stained Windows
Visualize your emotions as weather. Is your heartbreak a raging storm or a gentle drizzle? Write about this weather pattern and its journey.
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Contrasting November’s
Compare November’s experience from two different geographical or cultural perspectives.
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Your Life Story
Write an autobiographical piece, focusing particularly on life altering moments or decisions.
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Journey of Learning
Describe your first day in first grade and the feelings you had about learning to write.
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Monotonous Life
Write about a character longing for adventure and excitement, but when the opportunity arrives, they find they preferred their quiet life.
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The Wise Old Smartphone
Imagine your smartphone comes alive. It remembers every photo, message, or search you’ve ever made on it. Write a conversation between you and your smartphone.
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Planet Internet
What if the internet becomes a physical place one could visit? Write about your journey and experiences in this digital world.
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Letter to your Future Self
Write a letter to your adult self from the perspective of your child-self – what hopes, dreams and worries did you have for your future and how do you view them now?
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Understanding Diversity
Write about a time you experienced a different culture or tradition within your community.
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Transcendentalist Titan
Create a superhero during the American Transcendentalist Era, whose powers reflect the philosophy of that time.
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Artificial Intelligence Awakening
Plot a narrative about a steampunk Artificial Intelligence (AI) that becomes self-aware.
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Spring Cleaning of the Mind
Write about how you will declutter your mind and the positive mental health practices you wish to adopt.
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Inner Universe Exploration
Pen down about an aspect of your inner self that you rarely show to others.
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The Gift of Solitude
Contruct an essay about how solitude has or could lead to personal growth following heartbreak.
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Easter Traditions Exchange
Write a play about people from different cultures coming together to celebrate Easter and share their unique traditions.
