201+ ‘Observation’ Writing Prompts
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The Unsung Hero
Write a narrative about a person in your community who deserves recognition but often goes unnoticed.
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The Exchange of Power
Write about a peaceful transition of power you’ve observed and what it symbolizes in the democratic process.
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Nature Journaling
Write about your observations of nature, whether it’s a patch of wildflowers, a bird’s nest, or a worm crawling in…
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Star Perspective
Explore the perspective of the Star atop a Christmas tree, overseeing the celebrations of its human family.
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View from a Cloud
Imagine you are a cloud looking down on the world below. Describe what you see and the emotions you feel.
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Spirit from the Sidelines
Write a story from the perspective of a ghost observing a day in the life of a busy family member.
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First Frost
Describe the first frost in your garden, how it affects the plants and what preparations you make.
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Preserving Autumn’s Bounty
Write about the process of preserving autumn’s bounty for the winter months.
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Birdsong Dawn
Write about waking up to the orchestra of bird songs bathing your early April morning.
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Summer Bloom Reflections
Using each of the five senses, describe the scene of a flower blooming in a lush summer garden.
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Our Rainbow World
Beginning with the phrase “Today I saw something red,” have the child describe various items they’ve spotted in different colors…
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The Inner Monologue
Write about your thoughts during a usual school day, from morning until you go to bed.
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The forensic Fanatic
Write about a crime scene investigator who finds a critical clue that everyone else overlooked.
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The Sound of Crisp Leaves
Write about hearing the sounds that define fall for you, whether it be leaves crunching underfoot or a rush of…
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Science Experiment Extravaganza
Write about a memorable science experiment you performed or observed.
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Around the World in Seven Pages
Choose seven different countries from around the world and write a page about each one as if you are visiting.
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Finding Inspiration Around You
Write about how common, everyday items or events can inspire writing topics.
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Unseen Witness
You’re a zombie, endlessly wandering through destroyed remnants of civilization, a silent observer of poignantly human scenes.
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Carnival of Colors
Write a vivid, descriptive piece about the bright colors and bold patterns observed at a summer carnival.
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The Rainbow in My Room
Describe an instance when you created a rainbow in your own room using a prism and daylight, and how understanding…
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Buntings and Dreamy Booths
Paint a written picture of a particularly stunning booth or stall at an outdoor festival.
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Behind the Lyric
Choose a single line from a Christmas song and embellish its meaning in a multi-paragraph story.
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The Stranded Island Diary
Imagine getting stranded on a deserted island, and write about your experiences as you uncover its ominous secrets.
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The Stray Book
Your character finds an abandoned diary, filled with stories of a stranger’s life, on a park bench.
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First Snowfall
Describe what you saw and felt when you experienced your first snowfall of the season.
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Impact of Human Actions
Explain how human activities influence Earth’s environment, focusing on both beneficial and harmful outcomes.
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As Alien on Earth
You’re an alien who accidentally gets stranded on Earth. Chronicling your understanding of human behavior and your attempts to disguise…
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Lessons from Nature
Write about a time when you observed something in nature that taught you a lesson.
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Day in The Life
Document a specific day that was really fun for you, providing as much detail as you can.
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The Outbound Migration
Write about watching birds flying south for the winter and relate it to your own instance of leaving home or…
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Breaking Down the Day
Write a summary of your day down to the minutest details, even activities that seem mundane or routine.
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The Supermarket Adventure
Narrate an adventure in a supermarket where each aisle is a different world.
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World in a Drop
If you could live in a drop of water for a day, what tiny adventures would you go on?
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Shared by the Land
Provide a detailed observation of wildlife you’ve encountered in a wilderness setting.
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Posthumous Memoirs
Write a story from the perspective of a ghost, documenting their observations and experiences in the world after death.
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Nature’s Palette
Describe the changing colors of nature during the shift from one season to another.
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Crimson Sonnet
Write a tale about a vampire who sees his eternal life through the lens of poetic beauty.
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The Ever-Changing Sky
Write about the evolution of a summer sunset, from the initial decline of the sun until complete darkness.
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Seasonal Wanderer
Write about the changes you observe in your favorite outdoor spot over different seasons.
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October in Absentia
A challenge to imagine and describe October to someone who has never experienced it.
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Autumn Essence
Compose a poem capturing the myriad hues and feelings elicited by the arrival of October.
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“Embracing Autumn”
Compose a poem that encapsulates the essence of November in its full autumn glory.
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Fall Harvest
Write about your experience visiting a farm or orchard during the fall and describe the harvesting process.
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Talking Trees
Pretend you’re a tree in a busy park and write a diary entry about all the things you saw in…
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Secret of the Bird’s Song
The birds have suddenly changed their song in the city. Write a story following a young girl as she tries…
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The Perspective Switch
Conclude your story by revealing the entire narrative was seen and narrated from a surprising perspective.
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“The Seasons Song”
Describe your favorite season using all your senses. What does it look, feel, sound, and smell like?
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A Day in the Life of a Pet
Imagine spending a day in your pet’s shoes—or rather, paws! Write about what they might do, see, and feel.
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Masked Marvels
Write a descriptive essay about a masquerade ball, focusing on the various types of masks and costumes seen and their…
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Transforming Reality
Choose an ordinary, everyday object and describe it as if it was a masterpiece of art.
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Analyzing Everyday Objects
Select a common object in your house and write about its story – how it arrived, the memories it holds,…
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Hall of Floral Fame
Choose a flower and write a biography about its life from a bud until it withers away.
