17+ ‘taught’ Writing Prompts
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Lesson Learned Outside School
Write about an important lesson that you learned outside of the traditional classroom setting.
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The Wisdom of Life Lessons
Write about a lesson life has taught you, the circumstances around it, and how it has influenced your later decisions.
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Heartfelt Heroes
Write about someone who has deeply influenced your life. What do you admire about them? How did their influence steer your life’s path?
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Lessons from the Field
Write about important life lessons gained from participating or following sports.
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The Secret Recipe
Write about a cherished family recipe, its origin, who taught it to you, and the emotions stirred when you prepare it.
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Teacher’s Influence
Write about a teacher who had a significant impact on your life and how their teachings direct your actions today.
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Learning from Failure
Reflect on a time when you failed or struggled in school and what it taught you.
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Culinary Tradition
Describe a family recipe that has been passed down through generations and the texture it adds to your family experience.
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Learning from the Young
Narrate an incident where your child/children taught you a critical life lesson.
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Unsung Everyday Superheroes
Narrate a tribute to a family member whose mundane everyday actions make them a hero.
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The Gift of Voluntary Ties
Write about a mentor or teacher who has held a significant place within your personal life, much like a family member.
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Preserved Traditions
Dive deep into your family’s customs, focusing on ones that have been preserved and handed down by your parents.
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Teachable Moments
Write about a lesson your parents taught you, formally or informally, that you still remember clearly.
