576+ ‘Fun’ Writing Prompts
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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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Cat’s Perspective
Imagine you are your cat or a common house cat for a day. Write about your experiences from the cat’s…
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The Unseen Companion
You have an invisible friend who can interact with the world around you. Narrate your experiences and adventures with this…
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Superhero Adventures
If you were a superhero, what would your powers be and what adventures would you go on?
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The Disappearing Object
Write about an object in your bedroom that mysteriously disappears and then reappears.
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Intergalactic Pranksters
Write a tale about a group of young aliens who use advanced technology to pull off the most elaborate prank…
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Ice Cream Chronicles
Recall a memorable event centered around ice cream during your childhood summers.
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Silly Superpower
Create a superpower that is completely useless and write a story about a superhero trying to make it work.
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Casting Shadows
You are an apprentice to a powerful witch, write about the first time you cast a spell and it went…
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Inventive Invitation
Design and write an invitation for a fictional event, such as a gathering of storybook characters, or a meeting with…
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Letters from Extraordinary Pets
Imagine that your pet (or an imaginary one) has learned to write. What would a letter from them say?
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A Worldly Pen Pal
Imagine you have a pen pal from another country. Write a letter introducing yourself and asking about their culture.
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The Missing Cookie Mystery
You found the cookie jar empty! Write a detective story on how this happened, from start to finish.
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Meet My Math Friend
Write a story about meeting a friendly math problem that helps you understand a challenging math concept.
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Healthy Living, Happy Life
Write a persuasive essay on the importance of eating healthy and exercising regularly.
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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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The Elephant Versus Rhinoceros Debate
Write a story where you and your kindergarten friend have differing opinions on whether elephants or rhinos are better.
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Dream Interpreter
Write about a dream you’ve had, and give your own interpretation of what you think it means.
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Mind-Reading Moments
Imagine you suddenly have the ability to read minds. Write about how an average school day would go.
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Easter Egg Hunt Memories
Recall your fondest memory participating or watching the Easter Egg Hunt during family gatherings.
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Tech-Savvy Tinsel
Contemplate a new Christmas tradition that integrates technology in a fun and festive way.
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White Elephant Adventure
Write about an interactive version of the White Elephant gift exchange that involves a series of challenges or quests.
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Detective Diary
You’re a young detective tasked with solving a mystery. Detail the clues, your investigations, and how you eventually solve it.
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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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Wacky Inventions!
Describe an invention you’d create to make life more fun or easier. How would it work? Who would use it?
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Planet Exploration
Imagine you have landed on a new planet – what does it look like and who lives there?
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Dancing in the Pumpkin Patch
Write a whimsical story about a nightly gathering of magical creatures in a pumpkin patch.
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Charmed Chorea
Imagine if the princess decided to stay with the seven dwarfs instead of marrying the prince. Write a fun, light-hearted…
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Time-Travelling Adventures
What if you could time travel? Where would you go and what would you do?
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The Role Reversal
Imagine a day in your life as a teacher and write about how you would run your class.
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Crooning with Cupid
Imagine a song sung by Cupid, the god of love, about his adventures and misadventures on Valentine’s Day.
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The Clown Prince of Pranks
Create a villain who uses pranks and mischief to cause havoc instead of nefarious means.
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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…
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Superhero Mishaps
Imagine you become a superhero, but things don’t go as smoothly as they do in the movies.
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Santa’s New Diet
Imagine Santa Claus has decided to go on a diet this Christmas. How does this affect Christmas Eve?
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Taming the Bread Maker Beast
Write about a first-time bread-making experience that takes an unexpected turn.
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Unexpected Superhero Shrinkage
Imagine a superhero who shrinks an inch every time they use their power. Write about a day in their life.
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A Magical Art Class
Draw the most magical and weird tool you would find in a magical art class; write a short story about…
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Valentine’s Day Postman
Imagine you’re delivering Valentine’s Day cards, but they got mixed up. How will you ensure everyone gets their right card?
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Dinosaur Discovery
Imagine you found a dinosaur fossil in your backyard. Write about what happens next.
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My Superhero Name
Create your own superhero character and give them a special and unique name using some new words you’ve learned.
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The Groundhog’s Snore
Write a story about how Punxsutawney Phil’s loud snores scared away his own shadow.
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Groundhog Superhero
Imagine a groundhog has the ability to control the length of fall season when it sees its shadow. Write a…
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Alien Invasion
Examine how the world might react to a peaceful visit from extra-terrestrial beings, using current world facts and scenarios.
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Turn the Tables
Become an interviewer and set up a conversation with a historical figure, asking them about their experiences and views.
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April Fools’ Day Prank
Craft a fictional story around a harmless yet elaborate April Fools’ Day prank.
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Rainbow Challenge
Each day of the week, you wake up to find a different color has disappeared from the world. Chronicle your…
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Funny Vegetable Tales
Craft a story about a world where vegetables come alive whenever humans are not looking.
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Operation Family Vacation
Write about a meticulously planned family holiday that ends up being a series of comedic disasters.
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Friendly Fool’s Day Ghost
Create a funny short story about a friendly ghost who loves to play pranks on April Fool’s Day.
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Designing Dreams
You’ve been hired to design an amusement park. Describe what it looks like, the rides it has, and the fun…
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The Zookeeper Diaries
Imagine you’re the zookeeper of a magical zoo where animals have secret skills or powers. Write about your daily experiences.
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Comic Book Craze
You’ve been asked to write a new comic book. Describe the main characters, plot, and special powers of the protagonist.
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Tiny Superhero Adventures
Suppose you have the power to be tiny, as small as an ant. Write about a day in your life…
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Unexpected Superpowers
Imagine waking up one day with a superpower of your choice, what would it be and how would you use…
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Life of a Squirrel
Write a story from a squirrel’s viewpoint about preparing for winter during fall.
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Extraordinary Eating Adventures
Develop a short story about the most outlandishly delicious meal you’ve ever had.