10 Creative Writing Prompts For Kids

Discover 10 prompts for kids to practice their creative writing skills!

Did you know that creative writing enhances a child’s empathy development by allowing them to explore diverse perspectives and emotions through practice and experimentation? Writing stories or characters from various viewpoints helps children step into others' shoes!

10 Creative Writing Prompts:

1. The Magic Door
"Imagine you find a tiny door hidden in your backyard. What happens when you open it, and where does it lead?"

2. A Day as a Superhero
"Write about a day in your life if you suddenly woke up with superpowers. What would you do, and how would you help others?"

3. The Talking Animal
"You meet an animal that can talk. What kind of animal is it, and what do they say? Do they need your help with something?"

4. Lost in Space
"Your spaceship has landed on a mysterious planet. Describe what you see and who you meet as you explore this new world."

5. The Magical Object
"You find an old, magical object in your attic. What powers does it have, and how do you use it to solve a problem or go on an adventure?"

6. If I Were Invisible for a Day
"Imagine you could be invisible for a day. What would you do, and what secrets would you discover?"

7. A Trip to the Past
"You travel back in time to meet a famous person from history. Who do you meet, and what do you learn from them?"

8. The Friendly Monster
"Write a story about a monster who isn’t scary at all, but kind and friendly. How do you meet, and what adventures do you have together?"

9. The Robot Friend
"You build a robot that comes to life. What can your robot do, and how does it help you with a big problem or challenge?"

10. Underwater Adventure
"You can suddenly breathe underwater and explore the ocean. What amazing creatures do you meet, and what secrets of the deep do you discover?"

Have your child pick and work on one or more of these prompts and we are sure you will be amazed at what they can come up with! Allow their imagination to run wild and create an awesome story that is sure to get their creative juices flowing.

Additional Resources For You:
Online Writing Courses, by Domestika
13 Easy Drawing Ideas for Kids, an article by Domestika
8 Easy Animals to Draw with Your Kids, an article by @anna_fernandez