Journals, Writing Topics, Prompts for Kids, Story Starters & More!
TweetIn March, students got to know their characters through a series of prompts designed to bring out character traits and personalities. This month, students have the chance to take those same characters and put them into new and unexpected situations. Students can use the following 30 writing prompts to write 30 individual short stories—or they [...]
TweetHow to Write Prompts: Steps Anyone Can Follow— Highly engaging writing prompts spark the creativity of the writer and ignite their imagination. (We all know that imagination is key to excellent writing that both engages and pleases readers.) Moreover, writing ideas and prompts aid, guide and assist writers in developing their skill and talent. Prompts even help [...]
TweetFrom the Desk of Jill Schoenberg— Yes, it’s official… 365 Writing Prompts for Kids is my latest endeavor, and I’m very excited about it! The kids writing ideas in this series are sorted by month and are a mix of creative, fun and inspirational writing prompts written especially for kids ages 7 – 12. Below are some [...]
Tweet Labor Day Writing Ideas for Kids— From the desk of Jill Schoenberg This Labor Day, help students understand what this holiday is really about through . Though many students might not be aware of the importance of Labor Day, it is truly a significant American holiday. Help them understand the reasons for celebrating American workers [...]
Tweet53 Writing Prompts Celebrating Summer— As summer draws to a close, it’s the perfect time for kids to look back on all the fun they had over the past several months. Summer’s final days are often bittersweet, and it’s important for kids to do everything they can to take advantage of their remaining free time. In [...]
TweetWriting for Fun, Especially in the Summertime— Is there such a thing as writing for fun? Well, in today’s world, filled with computers and other state-of-the-art gadgets, most people do not really pay much attention to the art of writing, especially doing so by long-hand. But, whoever says that writing is a thing of the [...]
TweetFourth of July Writing Ideas— The Fourth of July is a beloved American holiday – a time when families indulge in fireworks, food, and friendship. As the summer holiday approaches, give children the chance to think about their favorite Fourth of July activities and the significance behind the holiday. Here are My Top 5 Favorite [...]
TweetSummer Writing Ideas for Camp Kids & Summer Programs Participants— Whether they attend an overnight camp for several weeks or attend a few days of local camp activities, kids look forward to the exciting atmosphere that can only be found during summer programs. Away from the routine of traditional school days and full of friends [...]
TweetSelf Esteem & Confidence Journal Prompt Ideas for Kids— Kids face consistent pressure from their friends and the media to look and act in particular ways. Though parents and teachers can’t take these pressures away, you can alleviate the damage by promoting confidence and high self esteem. is one of the best ways to help [...]
TweetWriting Prompts for Sharing Journaling— Though parents often intend to spend quality time connecting with their kids, it’s easy to get side-tracked by life’s many distractions and responsibilities. However, by scheduling time and activities to share together, you can foster connection and promote a greater sense of self-worth in your child. Many parents use shared [...]
