Writing is still a vital skill in today’s technological world. Good writing ideas and interesting writing examples are key to engaging children in writing. Here are some ideas for writing that kids will enjoy. They are organized by topic. You can write about yourself, about animals or friends, or about how to use your imagination.
Children also gain insight and understanding through regular journaling.
Enjoy, enjoy, and explore this collection of writing prompts for young writers.
44 Tips for Students on Writing Topics
Writing ideas about “Yourself”
1. Write about a memorable experience from your life.
2. Write about your best school day EVER! Define what happened on this day.
3. Discuss what you can do to help someone else.
4. Tell us about your favorite shoes.
5. Write about a embarrassing incident that occurred to you.
6. Write about a vacation or trip that you’ve taken.
7. Write about your favorite summer vacation memory.
8. What do you do with Sundays?
9. Write about something that scares you and explain why.
Ideas for Writing about “Animals.”
10. Write about the most beloved animal you know in the world.
11. You suddenly find your pet becomes a cartoon character. You can write about the adventures that you and your pet have.
12. “If i were an animal, i would _____ and _____.”
13. What would your life look like if you could have a dinosaur pet?
14. Imagine a completely new animal. Describe the appearance, its diet, and the role it plays in the world.
15. What are your responsibilities when you have a pet?
16. You can fly if you are a bird. Tell a story about your observations.
17. What animal scares you most? Write about the animal you fear and why.
18. Write a story about the pet you dream of.
19. Write a story about a pair of animal friends (e.g., a giraffe with a whale or duck with a pork).
20. As you were walking through the forest, you came across a large egg. What are you going to do?
Writing prompts on “Friends”
21. All you can write about your best friend.
22. Send a letter to your best friend. Write a letter to your oldest friend.
23. What qualities are you looking for in friends?
24. Do you remember fighting with a friend? What was your solution?
25. Write about a trip you took with a friend.
26. Write about the best thing that you did for friends.
27. What does friendship mean to you?
28. Write a poem describing the habits or qualities of your friend.
29. Have you ever lost a friend? What was your experience?
30. Write a story about your friend and a dragon encounter.
31. What would you do to celebrate friendship day with a friend?
Ideas to Write About “Imagination.”
32. What would be your dream destination if you could travel around the globe?
33. What would it be like to be the President of your Country?
34. You discovered a pot of Gold in your Backyard
35. What would your day look like if you had unlimited access to the world’s resources?
36. Describe your plans for living on the moon for one year.
37. It’s a purple giant who lives in your house when you awaken.
38. “I entered the closet and was taken to _____.” Continue reading.
39. Because I am a pirate or a detective, my life is so fascinating because…
40. I was able to discover the secrets of the pyramid in Egypt.
41. Are you ready to start your business?
42. How can you make this world better?
43. You are revealed to be a prince/princess on the throne
44. Your bicycle is gone. How can you locate it?
These writing topics are great for kids and I hope they’re useful in your classroom, lesson plans, homework assignments, or other settings.
7 Bonus Writing Subjects
Here are some bonus writing topics for writers who might need some more inspiration. Enjoy the list!
– Are you into virtual reality? Why or not? Or…
– Which do you prefer? Describe why.
Write a fantasy story based on the viewpoint of a small creature with magical power.
What would you choose to do? Your answer should be detailed.
– What are some of your most cherished childhood memories?
– Which topic do you believe is the best? Why?
– What genre should you write about?
