170+ ‘Symbol’ Writing Prompts
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Easter’s Hope in Modern Times
Addressing the power of hope that Easter brings, especially in challenging times.
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Life Blossoms
Create a piece where a spring flower has strong symbolic significance – perhaps it’s a metaphor for a character’s personal growth or a wider societal issue.
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November Rain: A Love story
Write a romance story set in November with the persistent rain as a significant character.
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Festive Food Traditions
Write about a specific food or culinary tradition associated with New Year celebrations in your culture/family.
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The Green Transformation
Recount how you immersed yourself in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit by turning yourself ‘green’.
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Flowers Speak Louder than Words
Analyze the symbolism of different flowers given on Valentine’s Day.
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Ocean of Tears
Write a letter to your tears, recognizing each one of them as symbols of your pain, agitation, and love.
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Frozen in Time
Write a poem illustrating a frozen landscape, and unravel the metaphors housed within it.
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Cupid’s Predicament
Write a humorous poem from the perspective of Cupid who has run out of arrows on Valentine’s Day.
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Imagery of the Storm
Incorporate vivid and intense descriptions of a storm into a crucial moment of your story.
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Beyond the Cross: Personal Reflection
Take the symbol of the cross, a profound Easter representation, and elaborate on what it means to you personally.
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The Transformational Magic of Chocolate
Describe a world where chocolate (like the ones in Easter eggs) has magical properties.
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Easter Eggs: Symbols of New Beginnings
Consider the symbolism of the Easter egg as a new beginning or the start of a new chapter in life. Create a personal narrative about a ‘new beginning’ you have experienced.
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Journey of the Easter Bunny
Write a story detailing the Easter Bunny’s delivery of Easter baskets to kids worldwide.
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The Key to Imagination
Imagine coming across an old, rusted key and write a story about what it opens.
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Secret in the Attic
Write a story in which the detective uncovers a hidden family secret by finding an object in an attic.
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Lost and Found Heirlooms
Imagine you find out that you are the last descendant of a forgotten noble family and are told of a hidden family treasure.
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Fireside Stories
Pen a story inspired by the image of your family gathered around the fireplace in December.
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Bunny’s Origins
Write the backstory of the Easter Bunny. How did he become the beloved icon of Easter?
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Easter Bunny Symbolism
Analyze the symbolism of the Easter Bunny in relation to fertility and abundance.
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Symbolism of the Easter Egg
Delve into the symbolism of the Easter egg and its relevance in contemporary society.
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Birth of a Symbol
Write about your superhero realizing the significance of their emblem or symbol on their costume.
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Silent Whispers of Hagia Sophia
Chronicle the daily life of a groundskeeper tasked with maintaining the Hagia Sophia.
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Symbol of Transition
Write a transformative journey of a character that aligns with the seasonal shift symbolized by the March Equinox.
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Dance of Flames
Write about a tribal celebration, an ancient rite, or a spiritual journey that utilizes a beach bonfire as a powerful symbol.
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Space Race Rivalry
Write about the experiences of a scientist working on either the American Apollo or the Soviet Sputnik programs.
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Beneath the Four-Leaf Clover
In a letter, thank someone who has been your ‘four-leaf clover’, a symbol of good luck.
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Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow
Write a story where finding the legendary ‘pot of gold at the end of the rainbow’ changes a character’s life.
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Enlightening Dark Side
Explore the nature of the Dark Side and how it empowers and corrupts Darth Vader.
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New Dawn, Infinite Possibilities
Write about the first sunrise of a new year and what it symbolizes for you.
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The Cursed Saviour
Detail a story where the prophesied saviour of a fantasy world is a figure of immense dread and fear.
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Symbol of Strength
Describe a symbol, logo, or emblem that is part of your superhero’s costume. What does it represent and why is it significant?
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The Emblem’s Power
Choose a logistical symbol (like a shield, bird, or star) and create a unique superhero whose powers are based on the interpretation of this emblem.
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Symbols of St. Patrick: The Shamrock
Write a story where Shamrocks come to life and explain the concept of The Holy Trinity to a group of individuals.
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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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Haunted Melodies
Your protagonist acquires an antique music box, only to find out once it starts, the horrors begin.
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Celestial Wishes
If you could grab one star from the night sky and make a wish, what would you ask for and why?
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The Chocolate Confession
Write a story centered around a confession of love hidden inside a Valentine’s Day chocolate box.
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Pot of Gold at a Rainbow’s End
Write a short story about a character discovering a mythical pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.
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Runaway Train
A high-speed train with malfunctioning brakes is all the hype, with lives hanging in balance.
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Classroom Dress Code: Necessity or Restriction?
Pen down your views on the necessity and implications of a dress code in schools.
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New Dawn, New Life
Describe the sunrise on New Year’s day and liken it to the start of a new chapter in your life.
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The Forgotten Object
Write about an object that, although forgotten, reappears and holds substantial power.
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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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The Moonlit Journey
Spin a tale about a character who embarks on a journey under the October moonlight.
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Tales of Transformation
Narrate a story about transformation and change, drawing parallels with the changing landscape of October.
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“Harvest Moon”
Compose a poem inspired by the full moon in November, also known as the Harvest Moon.
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“No-Shave November’s Curious Case”
Write about an investigator who uses the change in men’s faces during No-Shave November to crack a case.
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The Forgotten Artifact
Imagine discovering an artifact that has been forgotten over centuries. What is this artifact and where did you find it?
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Among the Bunny Trails
Write about coming across a rabbit’s dwelling on Easter and the possible adventures inside.
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Message in a Bottle
Create a narrative based on the discovery of a message in a bottle, thrown into the sea many years ago.
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Conclusion of Blossoms
Write a story that uses the wilting of spring flowers as a metaphor for a personal experience.
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Immortal Activism
Invent a story in which a vampire uses his immortality to influence societal changes and fights for social justice, meanwhile battling his own monstrous instincts.
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Symbolism of Easter Eggs
Trace the evolution of Easter eggs from ancient fertility symbol to Easter traditions.
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The Average Joe with an Unusual Shadow
Your protagonist is an ordinary person with an extraordinary shadow that interacts with the world in unexpected ways.
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Shadows of the Past
Write a story where a character is haunted by their shadow, representing past mistakes or guilt.
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Meeting at the Crossroads
Create a narrative where the protagonist repeatedly encounters a crossroads, a symbol of life-altering decisions.
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Inscribed Incantations
Create a system of runic magic, where the very act of writing becomes a magical ritual.
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The Creepy Portrait
Narrate a spooky story about an old portrait you found in your attic which seems to move when you aren’t looking.
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The Alienated Outsider
Create a story centered around a vampire who is attempting to navigate the constraints of human society.
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The Unwanted Gift
Write a story about a gift received from a relative that gradually displays supernatural powers.
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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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Homecoming of the Geese
Write a narrative centered around the annual October return of a flock of geese to a particular lake.
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Folklore Reimagined
Rewrite the history of four-leaf clovers. How would you explain their magical significance in an alternate universe?
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The Laughing Gas Murderer
Write a detective story featuring a serial killer clown who uses laughing gas as his weapon.
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Winter’s Canvas
You wake up one morning to find your small town completely blanketed in snow overnight. Write about this transformation and how it changes your perception.
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Nightmare on Loop
Write a horror story about a dream that repeats the same terrifying events every night for a character.
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Blood Red Letters
Construct a horror story revolving around an intercepted love letter, scrawled in blood.
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The Evolution of Holiday Symbols
Investigate the evolution of a pervasive holiday symbol in a particular culture.
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The Empty Chair
Describe a holiday feast where there’s an empty chair at the table, symbolizing a loved one who can’t join.
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The Symbol of Earth Day
Write about the significance of the Earth Day flag and its symbol, how it has come to represent the movement, and how it has evolved.
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Escape via the Underground Railroad
Imagine you are a slave trying to escape via the Underground Railroad.
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Humbled Hercules
Craft a narrative where instead of a muscular demi-god, Hercules is a frail, geeky boy dealing with his twelve Herculean tasks.
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Freedom’s Fireworks
Craft a narrative around how the fireworks of Fourth of July play a symbolic role in a character’s life.
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The Firework’s Journey
Write a narrative from the perspective of a firework being launched on the fourth of July.
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Shambling Through Samba
Imagine a zombie outbreak during Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival, and consider the blending of Brazilian culture with the struggle for survival.
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Emblem of Your Soul
Choose a symbol that represents you. Explain why you chose this symbol and how it reflects your character.
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Miracle of Birth
Recount the experience of witnessing or learning about the birth of a new life be it a person, animal or plant.
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Sanctity of the Shamrock
Write about the significance of the shamrock in Irish tradition and its importance to faith.
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Canvas of Class Struggle
Write a story centered around a valuable painting owned by a struggling art teacher.
