132+ ‘Document’ Writing Prompts
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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 Secret of the Library Labyrinth
Invent a chronicle about a labyrinth hidden beneath a local public library that holds long-lost secrets.
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Unseen Casualty
Document a day in the life of a nurse or medic in a war hospital during the World War era.
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Historical Parade
Imagine that you are attending the first-ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade and document your experience.
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The Changing Landscape
Document how a particular natural wonder has changed over time—due to natural processes or human intervention.
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Unforgettable Adventures
Create a narrative about a fantastic adventure you and your friend imagined or went on.
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Breaking Through Stereotypes
Document some prevalent stereotypes related to Trisomy and explore ideas about how these can be challenged and ultimately eradicated.
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Understanding Trisomy
Reflect upon your current understanding of Trisomy disorders and document your knowledge.
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A Cyborg’s Emotions
Explore the emotional landscape of a cyborg; are their emotions synthetically generated or do they retain human feelings?
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Miraculous Little Happenings
Document an instance where reality trumped your fears, helping you appreciate the unexpected.
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The Inevitable Horizon
Imagine a future where time travel is possible and document an adventurous expedition a group of explorers undertake to witness…
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The Lost Portrait
Imagine a painter in the Tudor era who is commissioned to create a portrait that eventually goes missing. Document the…
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Creation of a Superhero Costume
Document the process of designing and creating your superhero’s costume.
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Guardian of the Gold
Imagine yourself assigned the task of guarding a Leprechaun’s pot of gold. Document your experience.
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Parallel Existence
Imagine that a mirror is a portal to an alternate dimension, document one day from both sides.
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Chronicle of Artistic Growth
Compare your first ever short story to your most recently written short story.
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Space for Wildlife
Document any improvements you’ve noticed in local wildlife since the last Earth Day.
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Day in The Life
Document a specific day that was really fun for you, providing as much detail as you can.
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Walk in Scout’s Shoes
Inspired by Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, write a story from a child’s perspective about a difficult topic they…
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Thread of Awareness
Document how you go about your day mindfully, noting each moment and interaction.
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Leaked Agenda
A controversial document is leaked detailing government plans to use widespread surveillance on its citizens.
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The Lawless Frontier
Create a narrative following the life of a sheriff in a small, lawless town in the Old West.
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News Report: Formatting Saves the Day
Write a fictional news report where proper formatting in a document helps solve a problem.
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Budding Blossoms
Draw and describe what you imagine a flower’s journey from a seed to a blooming flower is like.
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Resurrection of the Garden
Document the transformation of a winter garden into a lively spring one during Easter.
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Melting Ice Cycle
Document the freezing and melting cycle – the transformation of water from liquid to solid form and back.
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Mystical Diary November
Imagine your journal entries for November if every day was filled with mystic events.
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Seasonal Sensations
Document the changing of the seasons each month, and reflect on what each season brings to your emotional and physical…
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Monthly Milestones
At the end of each new month in the new year, write about the most significant event in your life…
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Looking Back at Last Year’s Highlights
Pick the three most significant events that occurred for you last year and write about each of them in detail.
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Birthday Reflections: Life So Far
Document a birthday where you took some time out to personally reflect on the years gone by.
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The Evolution of Labor
Write about how the labor industry has changed over generations based on your family’s experiences.
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Alone with the Dead
Document the daily life of a survivor living in complete solitude during a zombie apocalypse.
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The Relic’s Legacy
The protagonist discovers a relic that reveals a fairy tale is an actual historical document about ancient gods.
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Nostalgic Family Histories
Write about a memorable family event or tradition that has been passed down through generations.
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Plastic Impact
Write a story from the perspective of a plastic bag, witnessing the impacts of pollution.
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Echoes of the Past
Suppose you’re a ghost hunter exploring an abandoned building with a dark backstory; what kind of spirits do you encounter?
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Understanding Wood
Write a journal entry about the experience of understanding different types of wood during the furniture polishing process.
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Deep Dive into Spending Habits
Document and analyze your spending habits over the course of a month.
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Time-Traveler’s Journal
You’ve just invented a time machine and can now visit any time period you would like. Document your travels in…
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Annual Family Traditions
Dive into your family’s New Year traditions, exploring the significance and personal connections.
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Journey to Forgiveness
Describe a time when you had to forgive someone. Document your process of coming to terms and forgiving.
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Easter Aboard a Time Machine
Travel time and document how Easter evolved in a specific place from past to present.
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Observing the Earth
Imagine you’re a geologist and you’ve found a new mineral. Write a lab report detailing its properties.
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The Magic of Art
Document the process of creating a piece of art or craft, detailing each step and the final result.
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Navigating Tough Terrains
Document a time in your life when things didn’t go as planned and how you managed to navigate through that.
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Crafts from the Cosmos
Imagine you are an alien crafting an item to represent Earth’s culture for your home planet. Describe the creation process…
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Melody of Nature
Document the varied sounds that spring carries to your rustic surroundings and how they make you feel.
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Embracing the New
Write about a significant change you’re dealing with, how it has affected you, and how you plan to accept or…
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School Field Trip to Transylvania
Your school decides to have a field trip to Transylvania, and you are tasked to document the entire trip.
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Life’s Inner Strength Maps
Create a map of moments in your life where you had to muster up strength in face of heartbreak.
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Camouflage Chronicles
Invent a creature that has mastered the art of disguise and document its survival strategy in the wild.
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Camper’s Chronicle
Document a family camping and hiking trip, emphasizing the shared experiences and challenges.
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Evolving Through Endurance
Write down the challenges you faced that transformed into achievements by year-end.
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Endangered Paradise
Narrate a story from the perspective of an Environmental Research Vessel’s captain whose mission is to study and document the…
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Cursed Coin Pile
Your crew finds a chest full of alluring but cursed gold coins, document the subsequent events.
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Ghost Ship
Your protagonist stumbles upon an abandoned ship, document their exploration and what they discover.
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Mansion of Apparitions
Document a night spent in an infamous haunted mansion, detailing the multiple apparitions encountered.
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Discovering Thedas
Document your imagined journey through the world of Thedas, detailing the places you visit and the people you meet.
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The Power of Love
Pen a romantic narrative that encapsulates the pain, joy, and transformative power of love.
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Pros vs Cons
Write about a decision you’re struggling with and create two lists titled ‘pros’ and ‘cons’.
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Mapping Out Mania
Meticulously document the feelings, emotions and thoughts during a period of mania.
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Mirror Image
Serene or agitated, your reflection can reveal a multitude of stories. Write about what you see in the mirror beyond…
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Collective Cultural History
Document a significant event or tradition in your culture’s history, explaining its importance and how it impacts your identity.
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Understanding the Family Tree
Document memories and stories about your grandparents or great-grandparents.
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Your Healthy Habits Journal
Document your current health habits and how they contribute to your overall well-being.
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Inherent Strength
Document a challenging event you endured and discuss how you came out stronger on the other side.
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Spontaneous Sights
Recount an unplanned sight or experience from your day that gave you an unexpected moment of peace or joy.
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The Miracle Morning
Document how you’d spend your mornings if you had no obligations or routines to adhere to.
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The Heart of Forgiveness
Document an instance in the past where you didn’t forgive someone and how this has affected your relationship with them.
