584+ ‘School’ Writing Prompts
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Medieval Magic School
Write a story about an ordinary medieval child’s first day at a school for magic.
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Robotic Uprising
Imagine if all the school’s technological gadgets suddenly developed minds of their own.
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Save the Trees
Pen a persuasive letter to your school principal, arguing why your school should go paperless.
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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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Choosing School Uniforms
Persuade your school board on why introducing uniforms would be a good or bad idea.
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Eco Warriors
Write a persuasive essay about why your class should start an eco-project to help the school become more green.
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Master of Ceremonies
Imagine your school has a special event, and write about why you should be chosen as the master of ceremonies.
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Savvy Snack Selections
Write a persuasive piece about why your favorite snack should be served in school cafeterias.
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My Magical Power
Imagine if you were bestowed with a magical power. Write about what it is, how it works, and how you would use it.
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First Day of School Nerves
Write about your first day at a new school and your feelings leading up to it.
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High School Musical: Spy Edition
The cast of High School Musical has been secretly fighting off international threats between their singing and dancing.
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Facing School Fear
Write about a fear or nervousness you had about starting kindergarten and how you overcame it.
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The Inspiring Feature
Craft a feature story about an inspiring individual in your school or local community.
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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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Poison Awareness. Children’s Perspective
Write a story from the perspective of a child who learns about poison safety.
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Library Discovery
Write about your first memory inside a library. Describe what it looked like, smelled like, and how it made you feel.
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First Day of School
Write about the day you first went to kindergarten, describe your feelings that day.
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The Day I Became A Teacher
Write a story about a day where you become the teacher instead of the student at your school.
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The Magic Snack Box
What if you discovered a magic box inside your school snack that could give you any food you wished for?
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The Missing Mascot
Your school mascot costume has mysteriously disappeared. Write about how you solve the mystery.
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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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Mysterious Community Service
Craft a story where a group of high school students serving community service at a local nature reserve stumble upon a baffling mystery.
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Buried Locker Secrets
Create a mystery about what was found in an abandoned school locker that hasn’t been opened for decades.
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Secret Admirer
Write a thrilling mystery about a high school student who starts receiving anonymous love letters.
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Mysterious Mascot
Suppose your school mascot costume has been stolen just before the big game. Write about how you and your group of friends try to solve the mystery.
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The Ghost in the Library
Imagine your school’s old library is believed to be haunted. Write about a group of friends who decide to investigate this rumor.
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The Mysterious Letter
What would you do if you found an anonymous letter offering a cryptic clue to find a hidden treasure at school?
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Secret Double Life
Write a story about a person who seems typical during the day, but leads a secret life solving mysteries at night.
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Missing Mascot Mystery
Your school’s beloved mascot has mysteriously disappeared right before the biggest game of the year.
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Secret School Map
Imagine you found an old, mysterious map of your school with hidden rooms marked on it.
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Opera in the Ordinary
Send your imaginary opera character on a completely normal day – go to school, make dinner, clean the house. What arias do they sing?
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Identity Theft Mayhem
Write about the chaos that ensues when a high school student pretending to be a visiting celebrity causes a stir in town.
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Treasured Holiday Traditions
Write about a specific Christmas tradition from your childhood that remains vivid in your memory.
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Extra-Curricular Excellence
Describe an extra-curricular activity or club you were part of in high school and how it impacted you.
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Testing Triumphs
Write about a time in high school when you faced academic challenges and how you overcame them.
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Difficult Decisions
Describe a challenging decision you had to make in high school and how you dealt with it.
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First Day Frights
Write about your first day at high school, detailing your expectations, nervousness, and experiences.
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Your Teacher’s Day
Imagine a day in the life of your teacher. Write about what you think they do before they come to school, during school, and after school.
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Facing a Challenge
Discuss a personal challenge you’ve faced, how you overcame it, and how it changed you.
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Magic in Mundanity
Imagine a world where magic is a routine part of everyday life, then write a story set in this world.
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Through The Hourglass
Write creatively about a typical day in your childhood, detailing your routines, favorite pastimes, and daily encounters.
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Letters from Extraordinary Pets
Imagine that your pet (or an imaginary one) has learned to write. What would a letter from them say?
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Choosing a Class Pet
You are part of the student council in your school and it’s time to select a class pet. Write a persuasive essay on which animal should be chosen.
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Mind-Reading Moments
Imagine you suddenly have the ability to read minds. Write about how an average school day would go.
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Schoolyard Shenanigans
Describe a memorable event or incident that happened in the school playground.
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The New Kid
Imagine you’re the new kid in the 5th grade at a new school. Write about your first day.
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Subjects and Struggles
Write about a subject you find challenging in school and how you approach it.
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First Day Feelings
Describe your emotions on your first day in 5th grade and how they changed through the day.
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“First-Time Adventures”
Describe a first-time experience or adventure you have had such as your first day of school, first pet, or first trip to the sea.
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Letter to a Future Self
Write a letter to your future self, describing your current life and ask future questions.
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College Expectations
Describe your expectations of college and how you envision your academic journey over four years.
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The Art of Explanation
Write a step-by-step guide on how to tackle your most dreaded homework subject.
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Beneath The Uniform
High school uniforms often underscore sameness, but what lies beneath the identical attire is a universe of individuality. Write a story about a student who uses their high school uniform as a symbol of rebellion.
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If I Were The Principal
As a student, you have a unique perspective on how things are run in your school. Write an essay on what changes you would make if you were the principal of your school.
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A World Without Barriers
Imagine, if the internet and language are not barriers, where in the world would you wish to study and why?
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The Museum Mystery
Pen a tale about a group of middle school friends who solve a mystery in their town’s local museum.
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The Significance of Research Skills
Write a persuasive essay stating why research skills are important for 8th graders.
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Food Fight Fiasco
Write a humorous story about how a small misunderstanding led to a massive food fight at your school.
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Alien Classroom Swap
Imagine that you switch places with an alien and attend their school for a day. What challenges and funny situations do you encounter?
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An Unusual Day at School
Imagine arriving at school, only to discover all the teachers have been replaced by your favourite cartoon characters. What happens next?
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Zombie Classmates
Imagine going to school and discovering all your classmates have suddenly turned into zombies.
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Our Very Own School Festival
Conceptualize a school-wide festival to celebrate the end of the semester.
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Haunted Halloween
Imagine that your school has been haunted for Halloween. Describe how you would solve the problem.
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Exploring Life in Colonial Times
Imagine you are a child during the colonial period, describe a day in your life.