32+ ‘Smile’ Writing Prompts
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Newcomer in Class
Write a story about being the new kid in class and how it would feel. Include how you would wish for others to treat you.
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Joyous Journeys
Write about the happiest journey you’ve ever taken and why it makes you smile even today.
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A Child’s Smile
Create a narrative about a character who performs the heroic deeds of making terminally ill children smile.
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Leonardo’s Lost Notebook
Imagine you discover one of Leonardo da Vinci’s lost notebooks, what secrets does it hold?
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Close-Knit Memories
Record your favorite family memory and explain why you are grateful for that moment.
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Magnifying Micro-Moments
Write about a small, seemingly insignificant moment in your day that you are grateful for.
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Joyful Journeys
Write about one uplifting experience or journey that consistently brings a smile to your face.
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A Path of Kindness
Imagine you could leave a trail of kindness behind you wherever you go. What would this path look like, and how would it affect the people who cross it?
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Your Day in Doodles
Illustrate your day in simple doodles and then narrate the stories behind each one.
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Monster Mask
Construct a story about a villain that is not human but takes on human characteristics.
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A Mother’s Day Surprise
Write about a special Mother’s Day surprise you planned for your mom and her reaction to it.
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Lessons from Laughter
Describe a moment of laughter from the past year that still brings a smile on your face.
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Joyful Jamboree
Recount a happy celebration or party you attended and describe how it made you feel.
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Behind My Smiles
Write about a time when you had to pretend to be happy, but you were hurting inside.
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Loving My Reflection
Write a letter to your reflection sharing five things you admire about your appearance.
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Reviving Childhood Joy
Write about a simple activity from your childhood that used to bring you immense happiness.
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Habitual Harmony
Write about habits that you believe can improve relationships. Provide examples of when these habits made a difference.
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Behind the Smile: Unmasking Hidden Depression
Write about the experience of someone with ‘high-functioning’ depression to debunk the misconception that depression always looks sad.
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The Hidden Hero
Write about a faceless hero, someone in your everyday life whose small actions make a large difference.
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The Unspoken Language
Write a dialogue where much of the meaning is conveyed through what isn’t said – via pauses, body language, or hidden emotions.
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Legacy of Laughter
Narrate an occasion where a family celebration was infused with uncontrollable laughter.
