55+ ‘Material’ Writing Prompts
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The Three Little Houses
Imagine you’re the fourth little pig in the famous tale of “The Three Little Pigs.”
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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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Invisible Ties
Write a conversation revolving around a spectral link, a strong bond that has kept a departed soul tethered to the…
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Whispers of the Classroom
Recall a time in your childhood when you felt afraid or anxious because you didn’t understand something in school.
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My Spartan Sari Ribbon
Take a look at a piece of fabric or clothing and write the story of its journey from raw material…
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The Valentine’s Day Gift
Write about a child who has no money, but wants to give a special Valentine’s Day gift.
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Exhuming a Pirate’s Booty
Write an adventure story around a scattered and adventurous treasure hunt of a legendary pirate.
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Phantom of the Past
Write about a ghost that travels back in time to prevent its living past self from making a disastrous decision.
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Gift From Santa’s Sack
Describe a gift you received from Santa Claus as a child that still holds a significant place in your heart.…
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Designing The Armor
Design your superhero’s costume with utmost detail. What does it look like, what is it made of, and what are…
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The Art of Detachment
Write about one thing you find hard to part with during Spring cleaning, and why.
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Threads of Endearment
Write about an article or object that you and your friend(s) share, like a friendship bracelet, matching shirts or a…
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Improving Studying Strategies
Write about your studying habits and strategies, and look for ways on how you can improve them.
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Gift of Kindness
Recount a meaningful act of kindness you witnessed or experienced on Christmas Eve.
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Material Impressions
Choose an object you use every day. Write in detail about its appearance and its significance in your life.
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Pot of Gold at a Rainbow’s End
Write a short story about a character discovering a mythical pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.
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The Runestone Prophecy
Engineer a plot based on a prophecy inked on a runestone, foretelling the rise or fall of an empire or…
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Frozen Heirloom
Write a tale about an heirloom diamond necklace known as the ‘Ice Queen’ that goes missing during a winter gala.
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Creating Complexity
Write a story in which your main character is the villain, but make readers empathize with them.
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Android Rights
Machines have gained sentience and began demanding for equal rights. Write a persuasive argument either for or against this movement.
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Tears of a Clown
Create a story around a comedic character whose life offstage is filled with personal struggles.
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The Spirit of Giving
Detail a noteworthy gift exchange you’ve had during the holidays, recounting not just the physical gift but the emotions tied…
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Empire of the Night
Craft a story set in Ancient Rome, where vampire clans play a significant role in politics and power dynamics.
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Recycle Rework Reinvent
Imagine your school has implemented incredibly strict recycling/zero waste measures, write about the changes you would see around you.
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The Gift of Time
Narrate a story where you dedicated your time and effort to help someone in need on Valentine’s Day.
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Presence Over Presents
Discuss a non-material gift you received in November and why it renders you grateful.
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Ice Architecture
Create a story around an ancient civilization that only built in ice and what remains of their icy edifices in…
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Unexpected Love
Design a story where two fandom characters who are often at odds suddenly find themselves in a romantic relationship.
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Hurt and Comfort
What if one of your favorite characters suffered a major injury or illness, changes, how would other characters react and…
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In Another’s Shoes
Write a story from the perspective of a less popular character in a teen novel series.
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A World Without Lyrium
What would Thedas be like if Lyrium never existed? Write an alternative history of Dragon Age.
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Discovering the Veil
Write a story about discovering the Veil, dividing the real world and the Fade, for the first time.
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Exchanging the Unseen
Imagine you could give a non-material gift to a loved one for the holidays, describe what it would be and…
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Time Capsule of Joy
Create a list of objects, songs, phrases, movies, etc. that bring you instant joy and explain why they have such…
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The Paper Life
Explore a world where people can fold paper into any object, and it turns into the real thing.
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The Forgotten Heirloom
Imagine finding an old family heirloom that holds an unexpected secret that changes your understanding of your family history.
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The Bare Necessities
Write a short story where the protagonist only uses five specific items throughout.
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Cosmic Crusade
Write about a galactic quest across alien planets in search for a priceless artifact.
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Meaning in a Material World
Explore the relationship between happiness and material possessions in a poetic context.
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Handing Down Heirlooms
Write about an heirloom or tradition passed down in your character’s family and its impact on them.
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Family Keepsakes
Choose an heirloom or keepsake that holds significance in your family and write about its history and importance.
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Painting the Picture
Write on the physical aspects of your future family life, from the home you live in to the places you…
