3623+ ‘Exploration’ Writing Prompts
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Festive Food Traditions
Write about a specific food or culinary tradition associated with New Year celebrations in your culture/family.
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Life of a River
Imagine you are a river flowing from a mountain to the sea, tell the tale of your journey.
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Dawn of Creation
Write about how you think the world was born from the perspective of Mother Nature.
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Nature’s Superheroes
Write a story about an animal or a plant in nature that has superhero abilities.
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Fantastic Hobby Adventure
Write a short story where your hobby comes to life and goes on an adventure.
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The Importance of Friendship
Write about a time when a friend helped you through a particularly difficult situation.
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Happy Hippo or Sad Seal
Write a story about a hippo who is always happy or a seal who is always sad.
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Home Sweet Home
Describe the house you grew up in with as much detail as possible.
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The Cyrus Chronicles
Create a hypothetical scenario where a long-lost relative, Cyrus, shows up at a family reunion.
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Family Traditions Revealed
Write about a specific family tradition and its significance in your life.
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Apple Orchard Excursion
Imagine you are a child visiting an apple orchard, describe what you see, hear, smell and feel.
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The Right to Green
Imagine a world where access to nature and green spaces is considered as fundamental a right as food and housing,…
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The Loneliest Heart
Create a heartfelt picture book about a lonely heart finding friendship on Valentine’s Day.
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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…
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Interstellar Exploration: Ethical Dilemma
Give your opinion on the ethics of colonizing other planets.
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Reindeer Diaries
Rudolph is often the most celebrated reindeer, but what about the others? Write from the perspective of a non-Rudolph reindeer.
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Santa Claus’ Self-Reflection
Write a journal entry as Santa Claus, contemplating the joys and challenges of his annual gift-giving duties.
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The Great Egg Hunt
As an Easter egg, detail the feelings and reactions to being hidden and then discovered during the egg hunt.
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Dragon’s Heart
Write from the perspective of a fierce dragon guarding an ancient treasure, contending with its solitary existence and the constant…
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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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Untold Monologues
Create an ending comprised of a character’s monologue that unveils a hidden truth or revelation.
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Beloved Automaton
Write a scene where a human falls in love with an advanced, human-like AI. Discuss the AI’s response to their…
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Journey into the Wild
Write a journal entry or a letter about a fantasy trip to a wildlife sanctuary.
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Home Away From Home
Imagine you’re an evacuated child in the World War era, living in a stranger’s home away from your parents. Describe…
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Frontline Journal
Step into the shoes of a solider and pen a diary entry chronicling one day at the frontline.
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Celebrating Favorite Poets
Write about your favorite poet and discuss why their work resonates with you.
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Fading Wizardry
Pen a story where a wizard’s powers are fading and he must find a way to restore them.
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Liberation of the Cursed
Create a narrative about a witch or warlock born with a terrible curse, and their quest for liberation.
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Love Among Feathers
Write a story where a couple of birds are celebrating Valentine’s Day in their own unique way.
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Unsolved Codes and Symbols
Write about an expert linguist deciphering an undeciphered ancient language or coded messages.
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The Unexpected Meeting
Story about bumping into someone you hadn’t thought of in ages, at a New Year’s party.
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Leprechaun Traps and Tales
Create a narrative around designing a leprechaun trap. What would you do if you caught a leprechaun?
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Contemporary Resurrection
What would the resurrection of Jesus look like if it took place in the present day?
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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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Pathway to Anger
Describe your journey through different stages of anger, from irritation to outright fury.
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War Among the Stars
Write a tale about celestial beings involved in a cosmic war, where each star represents a different warrior or deity.
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Rekindling Lost Flames
Create a story of a supernatural being, previously believed to be a myth or a tale, who reappears in a…
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Training Day Dilemma
Your character’s first day at superhero training school becomes complicated when their powers don’t work as expected.
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Celebrating St. Joseph Worldwide
Explore and compare how St. Joseph’s Day is celebrated in different cultures and countries.
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Protector’s Impact
Reflect on how St. Joseph, as the protector of families, has had an impact on your personal life or family.
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Psychoanalyst’s Nightmare
Write about a psychoanalyst who unknowingly becomes the object of obsession for a serial killer, who is actually one of…
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The Methodical Maniac
Create a character study of a serial killer who is methodically planning his next grisly act.
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Peaceful Monarchy
Imagine a serene, utopian royal kingdom where the ruler governs with wisdom and benevolence.
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Hidden Heir
Describe a character living in a royal kingdom who, unbeknownst to them, is the rightful heir to the throne.
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Kingdom in Decline
Write about a once-grand royal kingdom experiencing decline and is on the brink of collapse.
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Soulmark Enigma
Construct a story about a mundane human discovering their soulmark links them to a supernatural entity.
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The Chronicles of Potential
Write a story about a fictional character who wakes up one day to discover an extraordinary new ability.
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The Path Less Taken
Think of a moment when you chose to veer off your predicted path. Write about why you made this choice…
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A Fresh Start
Write about a time when you decided to start anew or hit the reset button on your life.
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Nature’s Symphony
Imagine you are in a forest. Write about the sounds you hear, how they make you feel and why.
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From Rags to Quilts
Write a story about a particular piece of fabric that finds its way into a quilt.
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Quilt as a Canvas
Imagine you are creating a quilt that narrates your life story, what patterns, symbols, or scenes would you include?
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The Silent Symphony
Compose a narrative of an old couple whose love is portrayed more through their comfortable silence than words.
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Mystical Cavern Civilization
Write about an exploration into a mystical underground civilization, deep beneath the Earth’s surface.
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Expedition into the Lost Jungle City
Craft an exploration tale centered around a lost city hidden in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
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Lost City Under the Sea
The protagonist is part of an exploration team to a city drowned and forgotten by the world.
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Befriending the Alien
Write about a mediating human character establishing a relationship with a newly discovered alien species.
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Hibernation Preparation
Create a narrative of a family of animals preparing to hibernate on a fall farm.
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The Kidnapper’s Perspective
Write a story about a kidnapping event but from the perspective of the kidnapper.
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Chasing the Sun
Imagine that you could escape the January blues by going anywhere you wanted. Where would you go and why?
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Journey of a Gaelic Football
Write a story from the perspective of a Gaelic football, experiencing a high-intensity match.
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The Historical Observer
Spin a tale about a vampire who has seen the rise and fall of empires, witnessing the course of human…
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The Undying Patron
Imagine a vampire who uses its immortality to become a protector of a particular human lineage.
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Buddy of Brushes
Narrate a day when you created exceptional art that made you very proud, taking the readers through your creative process.
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The Popular One
Write a story about a student who falls in love with the most popular boy/girl in high school.
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The Heartbreak
Write about a high school breakup, revealing the emotions, the fallout, and the lessons learned.
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Character Exploration
Write about your favorite character from your favorite show and what makes them so special.