32 Creative Writing Prompts for Kids

Screens are everywhere these days, and it’s easy to forget about the awesome power of storytelling.

But guess what?

Every kid has a super imagination just waiting to be unleashed!

Think of creative writing prompts like magic keys – they open up a treasure trove of ideas inside a kid’s mind. Suddenly, stories, characters, and whole new worlds come to life!

So, if you’re a teacher, parent, aunt, uncle, or basically anyone who wants to get a kid fired up about stories, these prompts are your secret weapon.

Get ready to explore a universe of possibilities with these prompts!

Creative Writing Prompts for Kids

Lost and Found in the Forest: Imagine you find a mysterious object while exploring a forest near your home. The object has the power to grant one wish. Describe the forest, the feelings you experience when you find the object, and the internal debate you have about what wish to make. How do you use this newfound power, and what consequences might follow?
The Day Parents Became Kids: One morning, you wake up to find that your parents have turned into children, and you are now the adult in the house. Think about the challenges and joys of this sudden switch. How do you handle this bizarre situation, and what life lessons do you learn as you temporarily take on the role of a parent?
Secret Garden Discovery: While playing outside, you stumble upon a hidden door leading to a magical garden that only you can see. Inside, there are plants and creatures you’ve never imagined. Describe the garden in vivid detail and tell the story of how you build a bond with its inhabitants and the secrets you uncover there.
Messages in the Stars: Every night for a week, a particular constellation in the sky seems to communicate with you by changing its shape. It’s trying to send you a message. What does the constellation look like, and what message is it conveying? How does this nightly communication change the way you see the world around you?
The Blank Page in the Library Book: While reading a library book, you come across a blank page with a handwritten note that says, “To the reader who finds this, your adventure begins now.” Document your adventures from this point on, thinking about how a simple message transforms an ordinary day into an extraordinary one.
The Invisible Friend: You have a friend that only you can see and hear. This friend has been with you for years, offering advice, sharing jokes, and going on adventures. Describe a day in your life with this invisible companion. How does having an unseen friend shape your perspectives, and how do you handle situations where others might not understand?
Traveling Through Time with a Photo Album: You inherit an old photo album from your grandparents. When you touch a picture, you’re immediately transported to that moment in time. Choose one of the photos, describe the time and place, and write about the adventure and lessons you experience when you step into that snapshot of history.
A Whispering Tree in the Backyard: The oldest tree in your backyard has suddenly started to whisper stories from the past to anyone who listens closely. Every day it shares a different tale. Describe the tree and the most intriguing story it has shared with you, diving into the history and emotions of the tale and the impact it has on your life.
A Town Where Everything is Upside Down: Imagine living in a place where the sky is beneath your feet, and trees grow downwards. How do people live, eat, or play sports in such an environment? Dive deep into the everyday challenges and celebrations in this topsy-turvy town and explain how it feels to walk on the clouds.
The Shoe that Speaks: One day, you realize that one of your shoes can talk! It tells you about all the places it has been and the things it has seen from its unique perspective on the ground. Write a story about a day spent adventuring with your talking shoe, and the different way you see the world because of its stories.
Lost in a Supermarket After Hours: You find yourself trapped in a supermarket after it closes. At first, it seems fun with all the food and toys around, but as the night progresses, the supermarket reveals its mysteries. Document your journey as you uncover the supermarket’s secrets and find your way out.
The World through the Eyes of an Ant: Imagine you wake up one morning, and you are the size of an ant. Experience a day navigating your house and garden from this tiny perspective. Describe the giant wonders and dangers you encounter, and the lessons you learn about the big world around you.
The Lost Letter of the Sea: While at the beach, a bottle with a letter inside washes up next to you. The letter is from someone who lived a century ago. Detail the contents of the letter and the journey you embark on to uncover the story behind it, meeting characters and facing challenges along the way.
The Painting that Came to Life: In your attic, you discover an old, dusty painting of a bustling city square. As you brush off the dust, the scene starts to move, and you find yourself pulled into the painting. Describe your experience as you navigate this painted world, interact with its characters, and search for a way back to reality.
Musical Rain: One day, the raindrops begin to make musical notes as they fall. The world is filled with spontaneous melodies. Write about your day in this melodious rainfall. How do people react? How does this change daily routines, events, or even the way people communicate?
Journey on the Dream Train: Every night when you sleep, you board a train that takes you to a different dream destination. Last night’s journey was the most incredible yet. Describe the Dream Train and its magical destination, detailing the wonders, creatures, and adventures you experience there before waking up.
The Perfume of Memories: You stumble upon a magical perfume bottle. Every time you spray it, you’re engulfed in the memory of someone who once wore that scent. Describe the memories you encounter and the emotions they evoke. How do these scents and memories change your understanding of the world and the people in it?
Mysteries of the Abandoned Treehouse: Deep in the woods near your home, you discover an old treehouse filled with strange and ancient artifacts. Every object has a story. Choose one object and detail the adventure it takes you on, diving into the history and magic it unveils.
The Planet with Two Suns: Imagine being on a planet with two suns. Describe a day from sunrise to sunset, detailing the unique colors, shadows, and temperatures. How do creatures and plants adapt to this environment? What happens during a double sunset?
The Library of Unfinished Stories: You find a library where every book contains a story someone started but never finished. When you open a book, you’re the only one who can complete it. Choose one story and tell us how it ends. What challenges arise as you attempt to give closure to an unfinished tale?
The Lost Island of Toys: While sailing, you stumble upon an uncharted island populated by forgotten toys. These toys share tales of the children who once loved them. Describe the island and your interactions. How do you help these toys find their way back to their owners or new homes?
The Clock That Slows Down Time: You receive a mysterious clock as a gift. Whenever you wind it up, time outside your room slows down. How do you use these stolen moments? Describe a day where you utilize the clock’s power and the consequences of manipulating time.
The Night the Stars Fell: One clear evening, stars start gently falling from the sky, turning into luminescent stones on the ground. Describe the world’s reaction and your personal journey collecting and using these fallen stars. What magic or power does each star-stone possess?
The Magical Journal of Future Events: On your birthday, you receive a journal that shows tomorrow’s events today. Initially, it’s fun to know the future, but soon challenges arise. Describe a week living with the journal’s predictions. How do you handle the knowledge of what tomorrow brings, especially when not all news is good?
The Whispering Mirror: In the corner of an old antique shop, you find a beautiful ornate mirror. When you gaze into it, you can hear faint whispers of those who have looked into it before. Each whisper is a fragment of their story. Choose one whisper and dive deep into that narrative, uncovering the life and secrets of a bygone era.
The Zoo of Mythical Creatures: Imagine a world where every myth, legend, and fairy tale is real, and these creatures are kept in a special zoo. You’re given the chance to be a zookeeper for a day. Describe your encounters with these mythical beings and the lessons they share about their legendary histories.
A World Without Color: You wake up one morning to find the world devoid of color, everything exists in shades of grey. Describe your journey to bring back color. Whom do you meet, what challenges do you face, and how do you restore vibrancy to the world?
The Underground Library of Forgotten Voices: Beneath your school, you discover a secret library. This library is filled with books written by voices lost in time — those too young, too old, or too different. Dive into one of these books and share its story, highlighting the importance of listening to every voice.
The Toy Maker’s Magical Workshop: You receive an invitation to visit a renowned toy maker’s workshop. Upon arriving, you discover that each toy has its personality and purpose, crafted especially for the child who needs it most. Detail your adventure in this workshop, and the special toy you help create for a child in need of magic.
The World’s Most Mysterious Amusement Park: An amusement park appears overnight in your town. But it’s not just any park; every ride and game lets you experience dreams and fears, past and future events, and even parallel universes. Describe your day at the park and the roller coaster of emotions you experience on the ride of your life.
The Lost City of Music: Legends speak of a city where every action, every breeze, and every heartbeat produces musical notes. One day, a map detailing its location lands in your hands. Document your journey to this city and your experiences there, detailing how music can shape a society’s soul.
Aboard the Train of Thoughts: You find a train station where each train represents a person’s train of thought. You decide to hop on one. Describe the landscapes, stations, and passengers you encounter, and how this journey provides insight into the complexity of human emotions and ideas.