390+ ‘Your Imagination’ Writing Prompts
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Masterpiece Inspiration
Look at famous paintings or any piece of art and pen a narrative from the perspective of a character within it.
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Land of the Dinosaurs
Write a story revolving around a picture of prehistoric landscapes and dinosaurs.
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Picture The Past
Select a black-and-white or sepia-toned historical photograph and imagine the story behind it.
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Adoption of Virtual Reality
Explore a daily routine or hobby that transformed after the incorporation of virtual reality (VR).
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Picnic in a Dream
Create a picnic scene set in the most extravagant, dreamy or exotic location you can imagine.
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Canvas of Colors
Describe a summer sunset as if you were painting it. What colors would you use? Which brush strokes?
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Masked Ball Mysteries
Create a thrilling narrative about attending a masquerade ball on an October night.
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A Haunted Night in the Neighborhood
Write about a spooky event happening on your street during October.
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Shadow Behind the Harvest Moon
Create a narrative about a mysterious event that takes place every October on the night of the Harvest Moon.
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Mythic Beast Protector
A legendary beast has awoken from a centuries-long slumber and becomes a protector of the world.
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Predict a Happy Adventure
Imagine an adventure you could have in the coming year and describe it in detail.
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Literary Expedition
Imagine having a chance to inhabit the universe of your favorite book. Which book would it be and why?
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Library Childhood Adventures
Write a fictional adventure tale set in a library, inspired by libraries you’ve visited as a child.
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Rumors of the Earth Day Origin
Pen down a fictitious tale about the origins of Earth Day that’s wildly inaccurate yet entertaining.
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Creation of a New Myth
Write your own myth explaining a natural phenomenon, or the origin of something.
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Whale Song Whispers
Craft a story around the connection between a young sailor and an ancient, wise whale communicating through their unique song.
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Whispers of the Wind
Calm your mind and listen closely to the sound of summer breezes in your garden, penning a story or a poem guided by those whispers.
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The Dinosaur Chronicle
Write a story from the perspective of a Brachiosaurus living during the Jurassic period.
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Aliens Among Us
In a distant future, Earth has become a hub for extra-terrestrial beings. Write a story about your interactions with them.
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Dream Island
Imagine and write about a magical island only accessible through your dreams, describe your adventures there.
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Building Imaginary Worlds
Design an imaginary world, detailing its geography, inhabitants, culture, rules, and unique features.
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Discovering the Force
Write about the time when you first discovered Star Wars and how it captured your imagination.
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Lost within the Green Maze
Imagine being lost in the forest, describe your feelings, encounters, and how you find your way out.
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The Magic of Books
Describe the first book that truly captivated you and why it left such an impression.
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The Artful Explorer
Imagine that you are an explorer visiting an alien planet, describe the art forms you encounter among the extraterrestrial population.
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Dancing in the Pumpkin Patch
Write a whimsical story about a nightly gathering of magical creatures in a pumpkin patch.
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The Mythical Beast Among Us
A mythical creature has somehow appeared in a bustling city. Write from the perspective of the creature.
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Imaginary World Creation
Imagine and describe a world where one fundamental law of nature is different.
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Effects of Environmental Neglect
Imagine if Earth Day was disregarded globally, write about the consequences.
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Journey Through Fantastical Worlds
Imagine your inner child’s journey through a magical, fantastical, or even alien world.
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Stellar December Holidays
Describe how you would celebrate a traditional December holiday, like Christmas or Hanukkah, onboard a spaceship.
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Spectacular Superhero Story
If you could have any superpower and become a superhero, what would your power be, and what adventures would you have?
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New Year, Alternate Universe
Imagine celebrating New Year’s Day on a different planet, and write about the unique customs, activities, and environment.
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Mystical Creature Creation
Invent your own unique mythical creature and write a story about its adventures.
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Whispers of Winter
Write a short story where important messages and secrets are revealed through unique snowflake patterns.
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In a Faraway Land
Describe a fantastical world with its own unique rules, creatures, and landscapes.
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Unwanted Guest
Write a story about a family terrorized by an unseen entity in their newly purchased mansion.
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Secrets of the Sphinx
You’ve uncovered a long-lost papyrus scroll claiming the Great Sphinx of Giza hides a secret. What could it be?
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Historic Event Reflection
Imagine you lived in an earlier time period, and write about a historical event as if you were witnessing it firsthand.
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The Haunted Harvest
Write about a Halloween feast in a haunted castle that turns into a night of suspenseful surprises.
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Secret Garden Adventure
Write about discovering a secret garden and describe the various sights, sounds and smells encountered there.
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Emerging Technologies: A Future Projection
Predict the technologies that will dramatically impact our lives in the coming year.
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Alien Encounter
Imagine that an alien spaceship has landed in your backyard. Write about your conversation with the alien.
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Designing Dreams
You’ve been hired to design an amusement park. Describe what it looks like, the rides it has, and the fun surprises visitors will encounter.
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Space Explorer
Imagine you are the first teenager sent on a mission to Mars. What would your journey and arrival be like?
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Journey To Cotton Candy Planet
Imagine you’re going on an amazing journey to a deliciously unique planet made entirely of cotton candy.
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The Super Animal
Write about an animal who has superpowers. What are its powers, and what does it do with them?
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Mind’s Creation
Describe a fantastical world that originates from your imagination, including its geography, cultures, and inhabitants.
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Fourth of July Through Time
Imagine you have the ability to time travel and attend any Fourth of July celebration in the history of America. Describe your experience.
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The Mysterious Fruit
Write a story about a mysterious fruit that has never been seen before. What are the effects of eating it?
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Solar System Secrets
Create a hypothesis about why Pluto was demoted from being a planet and write a conclusion based on your research.
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Beast Creation Workshop
Design a brand new fantasy beast, complete with physical characteristics, abilities, habitats, and cultural significance.
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Morning Muse
Imagine starting off your day with a quick 15-minute writing session. Describe your ideal writing setup for the early morning.
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Beloved Animal
Write a story about your favorite animal, real or imaginary. Why is this your special choice?
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Journey to Space
Imagine you are taking a trip to outer space. Write a poem about your fantastic journey and what you see.
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Journey to Another Realm
Write a story where your main character, a 6th grader, stumbles into a magical, parallel universe.
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Tale of a Gadget
Write a story about a gadget that suddenly gains a consciousness and what happens thereafter.
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Futuristic Frontiers
Write a journal entry as if you’re a scientist exploring a newly discovered planet in the year 2500.
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Secret Superpower
If you discovered that you had a magical power one day, what would it be and what would you do with it?
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Enchanted Forest Expedition
Imagine your backyard as an enchanted forest and describe a day exploring it.
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Magical Creature Encounter
Let your imagination run wild and write about a day where you encounter a magical creature in your neighborhood.
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Alien Encounter vs Reality
Write about an encounter with an alien, and compare it with meeting a stranger at a new school or city.
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Dragon’s Friend vs Real Pet
Write two stories, one about an imaginary pet dragon and another about your real-life pet.
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Mythic Creatures Realized
Imagine a world where mythical creatures like dragons, unicorns and mermaids are not myths, but a living reality.
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Mystical Transformation
Imagine you are a normal fourth-grader transformed into a magical creature by a powerful wizard or a mysterious artifact.
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Mysterious Ancestor Adventure
Imagine you found an old diary or a box of letters from an unknown, distant relative. What secrets lie within?