729+ ‘Shape’ Writing Prompts
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Understanding Heartbreak
Write about a time you felt heartbroken and describe the emotions surrounding that experience.
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Scars of Survival
Write about a time when you were emotionally hurt and what you learned from the experience.
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Transformative Memories
Reflect on a specific memory that has had a significant impact on your life.
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Easter Awakening
Imagine waking up on Easter morning with all the excitement and anticipation. Describe your state of mind and the emotions…
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The Greener Tomorrow
Write about your expectations for Earth Day celebrations in twenty years from now.
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Survivor’s Utopia
Envision life after surviving a global catastrophe, rebuilding a Utopian community from the ashes.
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Alternate History Reimagination
Pick a significant historical event and retell it as if it had happened in an alternate universe.
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The Empty Chair
Detail a conversation you’d have with a missing person or pet at your Thanksgiving dinner.
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Love in Adversity
Create a conversation between two lovers parting due to uncontrollable circumstances.
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Inconspicuous Overlord
Envision a world where a supremely powerful invisible entity rules without the knowledge of its subjects.
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Villain’s Birthright
Narrate the villain’s formative years, exploring key incidents that shape him/her into a ‘Wicked Villain’.
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Book of Values
Create a list of your core values and write on each representing a chapter in a book.
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Realization of Mortality
Write about your first encounter with the concept of death and how it influenced your spiritual perspective.
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Journey to Alderaan
Describe the moments leading up to the destruction of Alderaan from the perspective of an inhabitant.
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Reflections on Solitude
Write about a time you spent in solitude and how it impacted your spiritual perspective.
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Traditions Turned Upside Down
Imagine your family’s most ingrained tradition completely subverted. How would it change your family dynamics?
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December Reflections
Reflect on the year gone by as you sit by the window on a chilly December night, hot cocoa in…
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Brick and Mortar Memories
Compose a narrative centered around a significant physical location from your past.
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Sound of Narratives
Use a song as a writing prompt. Let the lyrics guide you to form a story around its melody and…
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Eerie Architecture
Imagine a haunted house architecturally designed to be as disorienting and unnerving as possible.
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Examining Core Beliefs
Write about a deeply held belief or conviction you hold and how you came to possess it.
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Unexpected Transformation
Think about a character who goes through an unusual transformation, physical or mental, and writes about their journey through it.
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Forgotten Identity
Describe a protagonist who wakes up with no recollection of their past or identity but finds evidence of their involvement…
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Superhero Virtues
Describe the virtues and values your superhero holds dear and how they influence their actions.
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Lessons from Christmas Stories
Choose a favorite Christmas story, book or movie and discuss the lessons it taught you.
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Manifesting Dreams and Aspirations
Recount your biggest childhood dreams or aspirations and examine if they continue to influence your current ambitions.
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Lost in the Supermarket
Describe a time when you got lost as a child, focusing on your thoughts and feelings in the moment.
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Universe in a Snowflake
Delve into the details of a snowflake that captured your attention while traveling.
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Unexpected Triumph
Write about an unexpected success or win for your character and how it changes their future actions.
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Children of the Apocalypse
Write about growing up during a zombie apocalypse. How would an experience so harsh shape your views, beliefs, and personality?
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Intriguing Alter Egos
Pretend you have an alter ego. What’s their name, how do they act, and what is their backstory?
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Rebirth and Renewal
Write a story or anecdote about overcoming a difficult situation or personal struggle, likening it to a flower’s strenuous journey…
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Character’s Internal Struggle
Write a story focusing on the protagonist’s internal conflict and how it affects the story’s plot.
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Elementary Days
Write about your favorite elementary school teacher and how they left an impact on you.
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Fractal Flesh
Imagine an alien species that can manipulate their body shape and form on a molecular level.
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Scorching Oasis: The Desert
Experience a day and night in a desert; the extreme heat, freezing nights, and the scarce, yet vibrant, life.
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Hometown Hero
Write a biography of a person from your hometown who has been influential in the community.
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Reflecting on the Past, Planning for the Future
Discuss how writing can help students understand their past and plan for their future.
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Count Your Blessings
Write a list of 25 things you are grateful for and elaborate on why each one is important to you.
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Bloom Discovery
Imagine uncovering a new species of flower during Easter. Describe its appearance, scent, and the emotions it triggers.
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Brezza Mantle
Create an account of an imaginary land where the direction and strength of the summer breeze dictate people’s daily life.
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Shelter From The Rain
Write about an unexpected friendship formed when you and a stranger sought shelter under the same tree during a spring…
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Abstract Analyzation
Write an essay about an abstract art piece, interpreting what you feel it represents.
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The Elements of Art
Choose an artwork and break down its elements – Line, Shape, Color, Texture, Space, Form, and Value.
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The Reluctant Heart
Craft a narrative where the protagonist is bound to an arranged marriage, but is still mourning the loss of a…
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Heroic Self-Sacrifice
Consider a moment in your childhood when you had to give something up or lose something dear for the benefit…
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Nile Ritual Observance
Write a story centered around a fictional ancient ritual by the Nile.
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Lost Aztec Empire
You find in your grandmother’s attic an ancient Aztec artifact that transports you back in time. What do you see?
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Valentine’s Day Traditions Around the Globe
Research and discuss the different Valentine’s Day traditions celebrated around the world.
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The Hardship of Captivity
Reflect on the years St. Patrick spent as a slave, his feelings and reactions.
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Mapping Life’s Milestones
Create a timeline of your life so far, marking the most significant events and changes.