493+ ‘Research’ Writing Prompts
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Cure Conundrum
Research an experimental cure for the zombie virus that reactivates portions of the brain.
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Global Celebration Canvas
Explore a global festival celebrated in February and imagine creating an artistic masterpiece inspired by it.
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Global Gestures of Love
Research Valentine’s Day traditions from around the world and write about how these might be communicated in respective native languages.
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Forged Figures
Write from the viewpoint of a celebrated historical figure and depict a critical event from their life.
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Inventing the Guinness World Records
Imagine the groundwork involved in establishing the Guinness World Records and its link to the Guinness brewery.
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Crafting the Beer Recipe
Describe the process of developing Guinness’s distinctive taste and brewing methods.
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Fact or Fiction History
Choose an event from history that is commonly misrepresented and set the record straight.
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Current Event Tug-of-War
Choose a current event or issue and write two essays: one in support of it, and one against it.
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A Living Legend
Write an essay on a current influential figure that you admire and the impact they have made or are making on the world.
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Understanding Climate Change
Write about the effects of climate change and the steps we can take to help mitigate them.
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Endangered Animals and their Survival
Choose an endangered animal and write a feature piece on their current situation, their habitat and threats they face.
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Jobs Around the World
Choose a job that is unique to a particular country or culture and write about it.
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Environmental Advocacy
Write a speech that you would deliver to your peers encouraging them to care more about the environment.
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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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Understanding the Underrepresented
Research and write about a historical woman who has been overlooked or underrepresented.
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The Dark Side of Social Media
Convince your readers about the negative impact of social media on young people’s mental health.
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Photosynthesis Journal
Describe a day in the life of a tree, focusing on the process of photosynthesis.
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The Impact of Climate Change
Research a specific geographical location and write about how it has been affected by climate change.
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Exploring Country Cultures
Choose a country you’ve never visited before, research its culture, traditions, geography, and history, then write about it.
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Exploring New Cultures
If you could visit any country in the world, where would you go and why? Write about the culture, food, and traditions of this place.
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Historical Footprints
Write a short story about a significant event in history from the perspective of a kid.
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Beneficial Bugs
Explain the importance of most feared insects and germs in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem.
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Climate Change Chronicles
Write a document from the perspective of a climate change survivor 50 years from now.
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Dino Debate
If you could bring back any species of dinosaur back to life, which one would it be and why?
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Valentine’s Day in Animal Kingdom
Write a children’s picture book about how animals express love and care during Valentine’s Day.
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Living History
Travel in a time machine to a historical event that fascinates you. Narrate the event from your perspective as if you were present there.
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Exploring Equality
Choose a marginalized group you’re connected with or interested in, and explore the social issues they currently face.
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Voices for Wildlife
Write a speech aiming to persuade your local community to participate in wildlife conservation efforts.
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Flowers Speak Louder than Words
Analyze the symbolism of different flowers given on Valentine’s Day.
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Global Love Celebrations
Write about different traditions associated with Valentine’s Day in various cultures around the world.
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Historical Parade
Imagine that you are attending the first-ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade and document your experience.
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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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Starting a Green Revolution
Write an opinion piece advocating for more environmental awareness and actions in your school.
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The Activist Leader
Choose a world leader and write about what they could do to become an effective environmental activist.
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Everlasting Winter Night
Narrate a tale around an enchantment that sends a small town into an eternal winter night.
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Time-Traveling Weekend
Write about a weekend where you find a time machine, and you decide to explore a different era.
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Quaking Quandary
Write a journal entry as a Geologist on the verge of predicting a massive earthquake.
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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 to your final product.
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Video Game Controversies
Write about a controversy in the gaming world that sparked your interest or concern.
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Letters to Love Legends
Write a letter to a legendary romantic figure from a different culture than your own.
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From the Archives
Re-imagine an old love letter from one historical person to another in a Valentine’s Day context.
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Historical Valentine
Create a story based on a Valentine’s Day during a historical period of your choice.
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Temporal Dialogues
Write a conversation between two people in the same place but different time periods.
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Era of Impact
Write about a major historical event taking place in your hometown, with you as an eye witness.
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Lexicon of Lament
Write a piece on the psychological impact of horror, using precise and distinct words.
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The Role of St. Valentine
Write about the role St. Valentine played in the creation of this holiday.
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Origins of Valentine’s Day
Write about how Valentine’s Day began, the history behind it, and the symbolism of its main elements.
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My Allergy Survival Kit
Write a list detailing items you’d have in a hypothetical ‘allergy survival kit’.
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Expository Explorations
Create an informative essay on a subject you’re passionate about, ensuring to provide clear, concise information.
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Cultural Cuisine Exploration
Describe a food or dish from another culture that you’d like to try and why.
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Urban Legend Origins
Write a fictional narrative explaining the creation of a well-known urban legend or myth.
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Historical Reimagining
Write a piece of fiction incorporating a significant historical event, but with a twist of your imagination.
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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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Time Travel Tourist
Imagine you can time travel to any historical event or period. Write about where you would go and what you would do.
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Postcard from a Foreign Land
Pretend you’re studying abroad in a country of your choice. Write a postcard to your family back home.
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Global Culture Perspectives
Write an essay about a country you’ve never visited but would like to, based on the aspects of that culture that appeal to you the most.
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Stepping Into Famous Shoes
You’ve just time-traveled and wake up as a famous figure from the past. Who are you and what could your average day look like?
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Reshape History
You are offered an opportunity to witness a historical event firsthand. What event would it be and why?
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Journeying through Eras
Your protagonist has a time machine that can take him to any point in history. Where does he go and what does he do?
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A Day in a Coral Reef
Pen down a piece that captures a day in the vibrant ecosystem of a coral reef.
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Gratitude and Memory
Write about a past event that you didn’t necessarily appreciate at the time, but now with perspective, feel grateful for it.
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Historical Sandcastles
Announce a sandcastle-building competition amongst friends, family or strangers, make it historically accurate.
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Debate on Education Inequality
Reflect on the inequalities present in the educational system and propose a solution.
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Climate Change Challenge
Compose a persuasive article on the reality of climate change and how urgent it is to take action.
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Stellar Saviour
Imagine a superhero who must leverage the unique characteristics of different planets and stars to fight villains.
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Shamrock Symbolism
Explore the deeper significance of the shamrock, a symbol commonly associated with St. Patrick’s Day.
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Irish Emigration
Researched-based writing: Write about the spread of Irish culture around the world through emigration, with emphasis on St. Patrick’s Day.
