417+ ‘Knowledge’ Writing Prompts
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Last Bastions of Knowledge
Imagine you are tasked with preserving knowledge in a Zombie Apocalypse. What books do you save and why?
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When I’m the Teacher
What would happen if you swapped places with your teacher for a day? What rules would change? What lessons would you teach?
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Guardians of the Secret Realm
Create a story where safeguarding an enchanted realm and its inhabitants rests in the hands of a select few.
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Lore Keeper’s Diary
Write from the perspective of a scholar who tirelessly documents the narratives and folklore of their world.
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Discovering Lost Civilizations
Imagine you are an archaeologist who has unearthed a completely unknown ancient civilization. Describe your explorations and findings.
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Historical Heroes
Write a poem about a historical figure who inspires you, exploring why you find them inspiring.
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Encounter with Galactic Sentinels
In your travels, you come across ancient galactic sentinels who guard the secrets of the universe. Describe your encounters with them.
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Time-travel
Write about a time you wish you could go back to and the things you would have done differently.
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Medieval Sorcerer’s Apprentice
Write about a young apprentice discovering an ancient, dangerous spell in their master’s magic book.
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Warrior of Qin
Envision a story about a Terracotta Warrior from the Qin Dynasty coming to life.
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The Animal World Congress
Describe a conference of animals where each group member is a different animal.
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The Amazing Animal Kingdom
Imagine spending a day as your favorite animal. Tell the story of your day.
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The Forgotten Presidents
Write a story about one of the lesser-known presidents and events during their presidency.
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Ghostly Agent of Change
Incorporate a ghost character as an unconventional life coach who nudges the protagonist towards healthier habits.
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Historic Earthkeeper
Select a figure from history who has contributed significantly to the preservation of our planet. Write an appreciation post for their contributions.
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Precognition Paradox
A gifted protagonist has visions of an impending disaster but sharing this information will change the outcome in ways their visions can’t predict.
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Riddle Me This
Think of an object or animal and write a riddle about it using descriptive words.
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The Last Day of School
Write from the perspective of a post-apocalyptic teen who stumbles upon a decaying school.
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The Super Lobbyist
A superhero-turned-lobbyist uses their powers to sway political outcomes. What are the effects?
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The Pursuit of Forbidden Knowledge
Write about a scholar in a medieval setting who is trying to unlock secrets considered forbidden by societal norms.
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Journey Across the Universe
Imagine rocketing out of Earth and into the vast expanse of the universe. What does your journey look like?
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Through the Eyes of Renaissance Men
Imagine yourself as an influential figure during the Renaissance and describe your participation in this cultural movement.
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Guardian of the Island
Write about a hermit living on a secluded island who holds an ancient secret.
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Cultural Norms Across Borders
Write about cultural practices different from your own that you have experienced or learned about.
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Underwater Atlantis Discovery
Imagine discovering the lost city of Atlantis during a deep sea diving trip.
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Alien Super Hero
Write a story about a non-human superhero from a different planet coming to Earth to save it from a looming disaster.
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A Glimpse of the Future
You have somehow received the ability to see one moment of the upcoming year. What is it, and how do you react?
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Reviving Pedagogy
Create an account of post-apocalyptic survivors trying to set up a school for children.
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Secrets of the Necropoli
Imagine discovering an ancient library hidden deep beneath a necropolis that swarms with secrets of long-dead necromancers.
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The Green Debate
Write about your opinion on global warming and how it should or should not be prioritized.
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Toxic Tales
Create a short tale about a family dealing with the unexpected intrusion of poison into their home.
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Green Inspiration
Write about a valuable lesson or a unique insight that a visit to a national park has imparted.
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Library Childhood Adventures
Write a fictional adventure tale set in a library, inspired by libraries you’ve visited as a child.
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The Vanishing Classroom
Write a story about a school classroom which mysteriously disappears, taking the students and teacher along with it.
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Holistic Healer’s Journey
Write about a traditional healer who travels to a foreign land and introduces their healing methods to the locals.
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Vampire Anthropologist
Your vampire character, having lived through various erichest of memories, decides to become an anthropologist. How does his journey proceed?
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Reflecting on Tranquility
Write about a moment of serenity from the past year and how it impacted your mental health.
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Lost in the Jungle
Imagine waking up one day and suddenly finding yourself alone and lost in a thick jungle. Describe your efforts to survive and find a way back to civilization.
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Zany Zoo
If you ran a zoo filled with mythical creatures, what would a normal day look like?
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Healing through Words
Write a letter to your past self right before your heart was broken.
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The Librarian’s Labyrinth
A librarian is found dead in a locked private reading room within an enormous library.
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Scribing the Codex of Wisdom
Describe the crafting of a legendary text that holds the deepest secrets and knowledge of the world.
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Breaking Through Heartache
Write about what heartbreak has taught you about your strength and resilience.
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The Magical History Book
Write a story about a magical history book that transports you back in time to a significant historical event.
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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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Mystery Pizza Delivery
Write a story about a pizza delivery driver who has to solve a crime while on duty.
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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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Shift in Perspective
Find a picture from your early childhood and describe the moment from your current perspective.
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Time Travel Tour
Choose a historical period and pretend you are a tour guide for time travellers. Write a journal entry about it.
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Innocent Facade
Write a story wherein a character discovers a horrifying secret about their friendly next-door neighbor.
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Unveiling the Portrait
Describe a story about a character who discovers a forgotten portrait in an attic that reveals an unsettling truth about their family.
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News from the Future
You receive a newspaper from the future. Write a flash fiction about how you react to the headlines.
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Fantasy Pet Store
If you owned a pet store for mythical creatures, what kind of animals would you sell?
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Christmas Ornament Enigma
Write about a mysterious Christmas ornament that appears on your Christmas tree which no one remembers buying.
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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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Empowerment Through Knowledge
Write about how a significant learning experience or an important knowledge has empowered you.
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Incorporating Prompts into Lessons
Write about how you would incorporate writing prompts into a week’s worth of lesson plans.
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Force Meditation
Write a narrative that explores a Jedi’s mind as they meditate, exploring the ideas of peace, knowledge, serenity, and harmony.
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Threads of Hope
Channel the spirit of a Concentration Camp inmate who secretly teaches other prisoners to read and write.
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Transmutation Terror
You’re a scientist who has just confirmed your worst fear: the virus causing rapid cases of vampirism across the globe cannot be cured.
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The Island’s Secret Society
Narrate about unearthing an advanced tribe living secretly on the island.
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Shipwrecked Sailor’s Diary
Imagine being marooned on an island and record your daily activities and survival tactics.
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Messages in the Raindrops
Imagine a world where raindrop patterns held cryptic messages — and you’re the only one who can decode them in March.
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Superhuman College Student
Write about a college student that gets turned into a vampire and uses their newfound abilities to excel academically.
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Time Traveling Turkey
Imagine you’re hosting the first Thanksgiving dinner ever. How would you plan it and whom would you invite?
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Reflecting on Semester End
Write a letter to Santa discussing your achievements and lessons learned over the semester.