213+ ‘Tree’ Writing Prompts
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Evergreen Emotions
Write a poem from the perspective of the Christmas tree, decked out in lights and decorations.
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Photosynthesis Journal
Describe a day in the life of a tree, focusing on the process of photosynthesis.
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Life Beneath November Rain
Write a story about a non-human organism and their experience of November Rain.
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Secret Life of a Tree
Write a diary entry for a tree in your backyard or in a park. What has it seen, heard or felt over the years?
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Nature’s Superheroes
Write a story about an animal or a plant in nature that has superhero abilities.
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A Leaf’s Journey
Write a story from a leaf’s perspective as it changes color and eventually falls from the tree.
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Star Perspective
Explore the perspective of the Star atop a Christmas tree, overseeing the celebrations of its human family.
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Echoes of the Old Oak Tree
Create a narrative in verse about an ancient oak tree that communicates with a small child via poetic whispers.
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Parakeet’s Perspective
Describe Christmas Eve from the perspective of a parakeet watching the celebrations from its cage.
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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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A Christmas Awakening
Narrate an account of Christmas morning from your Christmas tree’s perspective.
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The Fort of Thoughts
Write about your childhood hideout, whether real or imaginary, and what it represented for you.
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Solstice Silence
Describe the longest night of the year from the perspective of an animal or nature’s element.
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Dear Diary: The Fall Transition
Keep a journal from a leaf’s perspective about the change in season from summer to fall.
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The Giving Tree
Imagine if the trees could talk. Pick a tree in fall and write a conversation you’d have with it.
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Basking in the Sun’s Glow
Describe a moment where you felt most connected to summer’s natural warmth.
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Unusual Narrator
Write a story from the viewpoint of an unlikely narrator, such as a pet, a tree, or maybe even a slice of toast.
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Beholding The Christmas Tree
Detail your experience of decorating a Christmas tree for the first time and how it became a tradition.
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Miracles of Saint Patrick
Write a historical fiction account of one of the miracles attributed to Saint Patrick.
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Dance of the Dry Leaves
Write a short story about a day in the life of a dry leaf being swept away by the fall wind.
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The Spirit of Giving
Describe the most meaningful gift you have ever given or received, and why it symbolized the spirit of Christmas for you.
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Leaves in Transition
Write about a leaf that changes its color from green to orange and falls. Explore the journey of the leaf from the tree’s perspective.
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The Search for the Last Tree
Create a story where a group of survivors embark on a journey to find the world’s last living tree.
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Sanctuaries in Nature
Choose a quiet place in nature that you find spiritually inspiring and describe it in detail.
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Magical Tree House Adventure
Write about finding a magical tree house in your backyard and the adventures you had.
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Blossoming New Beginnings
Explore the transformation of a dormant tree or plant as it transitions from winter’s bare branches to spring’s lush bloom.
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Natural Inspiration
Pick an aspect of nature you observe daily and elaborate on how it contributes to your well-being.
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Jingle Bells and Dragons Tales
Create a story that weaves traditional Christmas symbols or stories with elements of high fantasy.
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Peeling Back Layers
Interpret the symbolism of a tree losing its leaves in relation to personal losses or challenges.
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The Witness Tree
Write a story centered around a haunted tree that’s been the silent observer of a small town’s history, spinning tales of its supernatural experiences.
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The Language of Trees
If trees could talk, what would they say? Write a conversation between yourself and a tree.
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Tree of Forgiveness
Write about planting a ‘tree of forgiveness’ where each leaf represents a specific regret you have.
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Ice Cream on the Beach
Envisage a story about a family from Northern Hemisphere spending Christmas in Australia, swapping snow for sun, presents under the Christmas tree for gifts under the beach umbrella.
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Autumn Fairy’s Adventure
Imagine you’re a fairy who lives in a tree which changes color during October.
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The Last Tree Standing
Imagine a world where only one tree remains. Describe it and explain how people react to it.
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The Magic of Lights
Think about the first time you saw a beautifully lit Christmas tree or the local holiday lights.
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Sentient Vegetation Vigilante
A flourishing tree in an urban park gains sentience and develops abilities to protect its surrounding environment.
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Talking Trees
Pretend you’re a tree in a busy park and write a diary entry about all the things you saw in one day.
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The Story of a Seed’s Journey
Imagine you are a seed that has embarked on an adventure to grow into a tree – write your story.
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Earth’s History in A Tree Ring
Every tree ring tells a story of the earth’s history – describe what one tree ring would reveal.
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Spring’s First Bloom
Relate the first sighting of spring’s first bloom through a narrative or a poem.
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The Frostbitten Fable
Narrate the life of a tree and the various inhabitants it shelters during the harsh winter.
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Immortal November Willow
Detail a connection with the November Willow who has lived for generations.
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The Magical Money Tree
Imagine if money grew on trees. Write a story about how life would be different.
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The Magic of Christmas Trees
Write about your earliest memory in relation to Christmas trees—trimming it, the scent, the struggles, and eventually seeing it lit up.
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Reflections from a Bare Tree
Imagine a tree shedding its last leaf in November. Write about the lessons this tree might share about embracing changes and being comfortable with one’s bare self.
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Meeting the Garden Sprites
Imagine encountering a mischievous or wise creature living among the flowers, foliage, and undergrowth of your garden.
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Frosty Reflections
Describe the sight of a pristine, snow-blanketed landscape from the warmth of your home.
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Jungle Guardian’s Perspective
Write from the perspective of an ancient tree witnessing the evolution of the jungle.
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Christmas Ornament Enigma
Write about a mysterious Christmas ornament that appears on your Christmas tree which no one remembers buying.
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Bug’s-Eye View
Write from the perspective of a bug. Describe the world as you see it and the adventures you have.
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The Friendly Number Tree
Imagine a tree where each leaf represents a number, write a story based on this.
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Cosmic Christmas Tree
Imagine how you would decorate a Christmas tree in the zero-gravity environment of space.
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Nature’s Refuge
Write about a time when nature provided you with a safe haven or a peaceful retreat.
