4+ ‘Hans Christian Andersen’ Writing Prompts
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Life of a Paper Swan
Assume the role of one of Andersen’s paper swans from ‘The Brave Tin Soldier’. Narrate one day in its life.
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An Unexpected Letter from the Snow Queen
Write a letter from the Snow Queen to Gerda, explaining her side of the story, her motives, and her feelings…
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Tiny Tales from the Thumbelina
Create a new adventure for Thumbelina after her story ended, illuminating her character’s growth and newfound agency.
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Dreams of the Ugly Duckling
Write a diary entry from the perspective of the Ugly Duckling, narrating its thoughts and feelings as it embarks on…
