39+ ‘News’ Writing Prompts
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The Power of Social Media
Discussion about how social media has impacted the field of journalism in the recent years.
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Covering Local Events
Choose a local event in your community and cover it like a professional journalist.
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Bill of Rights in Real Life
Discuss one of the amendments from the Bill of Rights and present a real-life scenario where it is at stake.
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A Letter Yet Unopened
Describe a character receiving an earth-shattering letter that they are yet to open.
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Becoming a Meteorologist
Imagine you are a weather reporter for a day. Write a news report predicting tomorrow’s weather.
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Elements of Surprise
Write a scene where a character receives surprising news or a mysterious package, using imagery to convey their changing emotions.
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The Unpredictable Heir
The least likely person becomes the heir to a major corporation, stirring tumult in the company.
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Swapped Destiny
Write about a character who discovers they were switched at birth with a prince or princess.
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News Reporter Challenge
Write an article as if you are a news reporter covering an exciting event you have witnessed.
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The Generosity of Others
Write about a time someone showed you unexpected kindness or generosity and how it made you feel.
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Digital Savior
Compose a story about a superhero who uses their expertise in technology to save the day.
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Superhero’s Day Off
Report a news story about a day in the life of a local superhero, during their day off.
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Elementary School Scoop
Imagine you’re a journalist reporting on the most exciting event at your school this week.
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Fantastical News Headlines
Write a news report on an event from a myth, fairy tale, or well-known story as though it happened today.
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Climate Change Perception
Reflect on how your perception of climate change has shifted since the last Earth Day.
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A Vow Interrupted
Use this tragedy prompt to tell a story of a wedding ceremony which was dramatically disrupted.
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Eternal Night
Compose a dialogue between two astronauts who have just discovered they will be stuck in space due to a technical failure.
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The Social Media Conundrum
Express your opinion on the impact of social media on interactions, privacy and mental health.
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Social Media’s Influence
Examine your stance on whether social media has had a beneficial or damaging effect on society.
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Zombie Whispers
Write a scene where your protagonists start hearing rumors and whispers of the approaching undead horde.
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News Report: Formatting Saves the Day
Write a fictional news report where proper formatting in a document helps solve a problem.
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Life in 2060
Imagine it’s 40 years into the future and write a news report about life, technology, or earth changes.
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Mystery in the Sky
Write a news report on an unexplained phenomenon witnessed by a whole town. This could be a UFO, a sudden massive bird migration, or drastic weather changes.
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Beneath the Waves
Imagine discovering an underwater city during a marine exploration. Write a news report about your exploration and findings.
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Tavern Talk in the Middle Ages
Write a story centered around a Tavern in the middle ages during times of plague.
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Historical Headlines
Reimagine a significant event that you’ve read in a newspaper or online news article, and write from the perspective of a bystander.
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Unexpected Revelation
Compose a dialogue where a long-held secret is revealed during a casual conversation.
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The Super-Serious Soothsayer
Create a humor-driven narrative about a fortune teller who can only see the funny side of the future.
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Echoes of The Future
Pick a current, ripe societal or technological trend and project forward, writing a news article set 10 years in the future.
