427+ ‘EnVision’ Writing Prompts
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The Kindest Kid on the Block
Imagine being the kindest kid in your neighborhood. What does a day in your life look like, and what actions do you take to spread kindness?
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Navigating Future Societies
Write about how you envision the societal structure changing after the pandemic.
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The Eye of the Hurricane
Envision being in the audience of Earth’s most destructive drama – the eye of a hurricane.
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Van Gogh’s Perspective
Suppose you are Vincent Van Gogh and write a poem describing what inspired you to paint ‘Starry Night’.
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Guardian of the Forest
Imagine you’re a guardian spirit of a forest. Write a poem about a day in your life.
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The Lost Ballad
Envision a tale where a vampire is cursed to relive his tragic past through a haunting melody.
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Transform Your Town
Imagine that you are the mayor of your town for a day. Describe one big change you would make and why it would be good for the town.
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Letter to Your Future Spouse
Write a prediction of your future spouse, and the kind of love letter you would like to give to them.
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The Chapters of Life
Envision your life as a book, break down the stages into chapters, and write about them.
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Invisible Barriers
Write about the invisible walls you created around your heart and then slowly demolish each of them down.
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Embracing Retirement
Write about your vision of an ideal retirement, what plans you have, and how you aim to fulfil them.
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Superhero Power Pick
Write about which superpower you would choose if you could have one, and justify your choice.
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The Planet’s Playground
Envision a world where environmental preservation is prioritized above all. Describe a day in this world.
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The Last Tree Standing
Imagine a world where only one tree remains. Describe it and explain how people react to it.
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Black Friday Shopping Spree Saga
Write an imaginative piece about the most chaotic Black Friday you can envision.
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Resolution Transformation
Imagine that a certain resolution has completely changed your life. Describe your new self.
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Future Vision
Pick a new year quote that speaks to ambition or hopes and write about your ideal future.
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From Novice to Master
Choose a skill you’ve always wanted to master, and write a narrative imagining how the future-you, having mastered that skill, lives their life.
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Dream Destination
Envision a place you’d love to visit this year and describe your ideal experience there.
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The Eden Project
Envision a group of survivors discovering a lush, untouched area which they intend to turn into their utopia amidst the ruins.
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Predict a Happy Adventure
Imagine an adventure you could have in the coming year and describe it in detail.
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The Dance of Fireflies
Imagine a secret gathering of fireflies in your garden, narrating it as if it’s an exclusive, secret party.
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Literary Expedition
Imagine having a chance to inhabit the universe of your favorite book. Which book would it be and why?
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The Library Outreach
Think about a community outreach program run by a library that could make a significant impact. Describe the program and the intended outcomes.
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Journey into the Word Sprint
Write about an experience of intensely focused writing or a ‘word sprint’.
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Mysterious Mascot
Suppose your school mascot costume has been stolen just before the big game. Write about how you and your group of friends try to solve the mystery.
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Whispers of Silent Conversations
Write a scene where you’re having a silent conversation with your lost love.
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Blood Therapy
Envision a scenario in which a vampire works as a therapist, hearing the plights of humans while wrestling with his own insatiable thirst.
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Digital Warfare
Envision a scenario where nations go to war in a completely digital battleground, with no physical wars.
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Commemorating Major Accomplishments
Recount your most significant achievements in the past year and how they have shaped you as an individual.
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The Letter to Future Self
Write a letter to your future self detailing your resolutions, why they matter so much to you, and what you hope to feel once you’ve achieved them.
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Paranormal Particle
Envision a world where the unveiling of a paranormal particle brings forth an age of superpowers and supernatural abilities.
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Imagining the Next Pandemic
Given what has been learned from the handling of COVID-19, describe how you envision the response to the next global pandemic.
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Letter to the Future
Write a letter to your future self, imagining where you will be and what you will be doing in 10 years.
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The Future Self Missive
Write a letter to your future self, detailing your current state of mind and where you hope to be.
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Unforgiven Verdict
Envision a story where a retired judge is haunted by a controversial verdict from years ago.
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The Age of Extinction
Envision you have to inform an alien civilization about a species on Earth that has gone extinct due to human activities.
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Forging Alliances
Outline a scenario where two unlikely Star Wars characters form an alliance and how it impacts the galaxy.
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College Expectations
Describe your expectations of college and how you envision your academic journey over four years.
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Silenced Voices Echoing
Envision an interview with an inspiring woman whose voice has been suppressed or overlooked in history.
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My Future Invention
Design an innovative invention that you believe will impact the future.
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Building My Dream Castle
Write about designing and building your dream castle, including the materials, the people who live there, and the daily activities.
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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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Crossroad Decisions
Write a story about a young person at a critical crossroad making a life-altering decision.
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Life without Technology
Imagine a day without your cell phone, laptop, or any gadget. How would you spend your time?
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The Hopeful Future
Envision your life free from current stress and write about what that future looks like.
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Steampunk Christmas
Envision a steampunk universe where Christmas is celebrated with Victorian-era aesthetics and technology.
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New Year, Alternate Universe
Imagine celebrating New Year’s Day on a different planet, and write about the unique customs, activities, and environment.
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Start Your Own Planet
Imagine if you could create your own planet. What would it be like?
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Underneath The Surface
Imagine a world that exists underneath the surface of Earth; what is life like there?
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Beyond the Lake
Envision a story where an uncharted lake serves as the portal to the afterlife, where the spirits of the deceased communicate with the living.
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Whisked Away to the Future
Create a drawing of what you envision the future world to look like and write about what a day in your life would be like in this future setting.
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Accidental Altruistic Dragon
Envision a story where a traditionally fierce and terrifying dragon develops a streak of altruism, but the townsfolk interpret his good deeds as further acts of terror.
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Creating a Routine
Write about why having a routine for writing can help you use journal prompts more effectively.
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The Future Unveiled
Visualize and write about your life five years from the moment of your heartbreak, detailing the progress you have made.
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The Lost Ornament
Imagine that you found a mysterious holiday ornament, write about the magical adventure it leads you on.
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Dinosaur Discovery
Imagine you found a dinosaur fossil in your backyard. Write about what happens next.
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Body Transformation Goals
Describe a specific health or fitness milestone you hope to achieve and the steps you plan on taking to reach it.
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A Future View
Imagine yourself five years from now being in a happy and fulfilled place. Describe this scene.
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Envision Your Future Self
Describe where you hope to see yourself one year, five years, and ten years from now.
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Stitching Innocence
Write a letter to your younger self, offering advice, compassion, and words of youthful wisdom.
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Impact of Personal Goals on Future Generations
Envision how achieving your goals could affect the world or future generations.
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Cozy Apocalypse
Write a story about an apocalypse that isn’t frightening, but rather cozy and quiet.
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The Great Candy Factory Visit
Imagine an opportunity to visit a candy factory for a day. Describe your experience.
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The Warfront Wedding Bells
Explore a love story that blossoms between two enemy soldiers during a cease-fire.
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Fantastic Beasts in My Backyard
Create a tale about discovering a magical creature in your backyard and the unique experiences you share.
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Healing Balm
Write a narrative detailing how you imagine your healing process unfolding after forgiving your heartbreaker.
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Missing Letter
Envision receiving a letter in the mail that wasn’t meant for you but is so intriguing you can’t resist reading it.
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Travel Tales
You are on a trip. Now, how do you keep up with your daily writing? Envision your mobile writing station.
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A Day With a Color
Imagine you woke up one day, and everything in the world was a single color. How would your day be different?