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27 Easy Halloween Writing Prompts (Free!) 30 Sep 5:17 PM (22 days ago)

Halloween Writing Prompts for Kids and Students + 128 MORE Halloween Writing Ideas— Teachers, Homeschoolers, Parents, and Writing Enthusiasts, you are invited to make your kid’s Halloween extra-spooktacular this year with this fabulous list of Halloween writing prompts.

Above all, please use these Halloween writing ideas in any way you see fit to encourage your kids to write.

Now, perhaps you’ll use them as story starters or as journal writing prompts with your students or for a special holiday project. Oh yeah.

You see…

Each writing prompt listed below may be used for solo writing or for a group Halloween writing project with kids. This list of prompts is handy for students in 1st through 3rd grade, although they are great for older students, too, given their fun, easy, and creative tone.

Additionally, you could add some excitement to the writing project by having students incorporate their costume ideas into their holiday writing. Spiders, goblins, clowns, or ghosts…they all sound inspiring and spooky!

See this Video!

Before we continue, you’re invited to check out this sweet video of some excellent Halloween Writing Prompts!

Remember…

If working with groups, have the kids share their stories with the class when done. Your students may even want to compile a class Halloween Storybook that could be shared with their parents.

Ok, without further ado, here are those fun Halloween-themed journal starters for young writers (and Halloween writing fans of all ages)!

27 Halloween Writing Prompts for Kids

1. It was a dark and stormy night when…
2. My friends and I were trick or treating and knocked on the door…
3. Meow! The black cat was scared…
4. The white sheets with black eyes peering through holes of the costume gave no clue as to who the kid was…
5. Running down the street with candy flying, I saw…
6. A yellow glow was coming from the jack-o-lantern, only…
7. Whirling winds on this cold October evening send chills down my…
8. They claim the house was haunted, but it looked okay to me, so…
9. My friends and I like to go trick-or-treating on Halloween because…
10. I had the most fun on Halloween when I…
11. For Halloween, my mom and dad like to …….
12. I was counting all my candy when all of a sudden…
13. A Halloween party is fun to plan…first you…
14. It was a cold Halloween night when I saw the…
    
15. The mad scientist was creating a new monster that could…
16. The best way to celebrate the spooky season is…
17. The large cauldron of purple liquid started to boil when…
18. I got an eerie feeling when I heard…
19. The mysterious object started floating in the air and…
20. The Halloween pumpkin turned into a…
21. The black cat started to crouch and hiss when…
22. Something in the closet was making a strange noise, so I opened the door and…
23. The haunted hayride took a terrifying turn when the figures in the cornfield started to move with a life of their own…
24. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw…
25. You won’t believe this story, but it is true…
26. As I carefully entered the haunted house, the door shut behind me and…
27. The silliest Halloween ever started when…

The best thing about these fun and free Halloween writing prompts is that kids will be having so much fun that they don’t realize that they’re expanding their creative writing skills and improving their grammar.

Plus…

Whether they’re writing about their favorite Halloween costume, their favorite candy, or the scariest thing that’s ever happened to them, you’re going to love the creativity that they express on paper.

156 MORE Halloween Writing Prompts and Ideas

• 78 Halloween Writing Ideas for Elementary Kids
• 22 Halloween Story Ideas & Writing Prompts
• 28 Halloween Writing Prompts for Kids
• 28 Hauntingly Creative Pumpkin Writing Prompts

Halloween Stencil Resources Spice Up any Writing Project

Of course, pumpkins are a HUGE part of everyone’s Halloween celebration, and I suggest that teachers make them a part of their students’ writing celebration. 

Here are some great online sources for free Halloween stencils that you can download and use, or you can hand sketch them. If you’re looking for a super cool stencil, here’s a resource that will drive you bats!

• Free Pumpkin Carving Stencils

Or your students could use these printable Halloween stencil resources to get them in the holiday mood.

• Free Halloween Carving Patterns & Stencils

Closing Thoughts

Whether your students have written one journal entry or 100 journal entries, the practice of daily writing can have a positive impact on their lives. (By the way, parents can use these prompts to help their child write about Halloween, too!)

See Our Full Halloween Prompts Collection Here!

And check out these 30 Scary Stories prompts.

Happy Halloween, and happy journaling too!

Until next time, write on…

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Jill
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30 Thoughtful and Fun Writing Prompts for September 9 Sep 5:05 PM (last month)

Yes! Writing Prompts for September + Free Printable — Yes! Below, you’ll find not one, but two September-themed prompt lists. Plus, there’s a FREE printable journal prompts calendar, too.

That means this month, you can inspire your students to write about the type of positive changes they think the world could use or have them focus on fun and favorites.

Of course, you could make things even more engaging and have learners write about topics from both of our September writing prompt lists, shown below.

You see…

In our first list of 30 September journal prompts, students consider their wishes for the world. More about the second list in a moment.

Please know…

We also have our wonderful Daily Prompts Calendar, which is a resource you’ll definitely want to explore. Ohh… and here’s a sweet, new video Journal Buddies Jana created that highlights some superb September Journal Ideas. Take a look!

Now…

With our second list, your writers explore a random mix of lighter writing prompts including some of their favorite things.

So get to it and take a look now and then use these writing ideas during the month of September in your classroom to teach your students about important world issues from a lens of positivity.

However you use these fabulous prompts with your writers, just do it!

Try a Reflective Journaling Practice with Your Students

With a new school year just beginning and commemorative Patriot Day events taking place, September is the perfect time for students to think about the challenges ahead of our world.

In this first list of September daily prompts, students will reflect on political issues facing our world. They’ll consider the benefits they enjoy living in the United States as well as the challenges that being an American presents. 

Further, this list offers different options to write about and includes prompts about world peace, environmental concerns, and poverty also encourages students to think about the issues that are larger than they are.

At the end of the month, students will have spent time writing about and reflecting on the types of important topics that will shape their beliefs over the next several years.

30 Thoughtful Writing Prompts for September (List #1)

This is a thought provoking, wonderful list of September journal writing prompts. It is, in my view, a powerful tool to address the deeper writing needs of your students.

Note: Many of the prompts celebrate Patriot Day, and while many of today’s students were born after 9/11 or are too young to remember the day, they’ve still experienced the repercussions and effects of the tragic historic event. They will learn about the day in history books and they need to understand its significance, but it’s also important to avoid dwelling exclusively on sadness.  

1. Write about something that causes stress in your life. What can be done to change it?
2. What does the world need most?
3. What are some good examples of charitable behavior?
4. Is it difficult to be understanding of other cultures? Why or why not?
5. Why is it important to look at issues from multiple perspectives?
6. What is the greatest thing about living in America?
7. Write about a model of good in your life. How does this person inspire you?
8. If you could solve a single political issue, what would it be? Why would you choose this particular issue?
9. What does it mean to give back to the community? Why is it important?
10. Write about living in America at the beginning of the Revolutionary War. What would life have been like? How has our quality of life changed since then?
11. If you could invent anything to help other people, what would you create?
12. Is world peace possible? Why or why not?
13. How is life in other countries different from life in America?
14. How can you influence others to be more positive?
15. How can you try to relate better to people with different ideas?
16. Write about three great ways that the world has changed over the past 100 years.
    
17. What will happen to our environment in the next 100 years?
18. If you had the chance to live in another country, would you take it? Why or why not?
19. Why do people have wars?
20. Can war solve problems? Why or why not?
21. What is the greatest concern facing our world today?
22. What is the best way to create change in our world?
23. Write about someone you know who is giving and selfless. How can you be more like this person?
24. How can you help in the fight against poverty? How can you encourage others to do the same?
25. Write about a technological development you’d like to see. How would it help people across the world?
26. How do you feel about America’s military? Do you know anyone who serves or has served?
27. Where do you think America will be in 30 years?
28. How would you explain life in America to someone from another country?
29. Write about a person who is doing good things in the world.
30. What is your greatest wish for the world?

I hope you found this list of reflective September Writing Prompts inspiring. Perhaps you’ll even be inspired to use them in your lesson plans for your kids.

Fun and Favorite Writing Prompts for September (List #2)

Now, if you are looking for a random mix of lighter writing prompts, check out these writing ideas.

1. What is your favorite day of the week and why?
2. September 5th is National Cheese Pizza Day. What is your favorite type of pizza and why?
3. Write about your favorite part of the school day.
4. Write about your least favorite part of the school day.
5. September 6th is national read a book day. What is your favorite book?
6. National Grandparents day is in September.  Write a short story about a grandma or grandpa going on a fun adventure with you.
7. Write a letter to a pen pal introducing yourself and telling them the most interesting thing about you.
8. Write an acrostic poem about September.
9. Who do you consider to be your best friend and why?
10. Favorite writing prompts are simple ideas that nearly every writer can answer without much effort. Plus, they are an excellent way to get those creative juices flowing for writers of all skill levels. Here are some good ones to write about:
    • Favorite foods
    • Favorite movies
    • Favorite character
    • Favorite novel or book
    • Favorite toy
    • Season
    • Holiday
    • Pet
    • Place
    • TV shows
    • Favorite form of entertainment
    • Video games
    • Hobbies
    • Family member
    • Celebrities
    • Role models

Now, for even more September writing prompts inspiration, check out this…

September Monthly Journal Prompts Calendar (Printable PDF)

I’ve put together a month of fun September Writing Prompts in a free printable PDF for you and your writers.

Ok, have your writers grab a pen, pencil, notebook, computer, tablet, phone, worksheet, or any writing tool of their choice, and get to creating that very first September journal entry today.

More Prompts Resources for Your Writers

• 53 Writing Prompt Ideas about Peace Day
• 55 Labor Day Writing Prompt Ideas
• 68 Daily Writing Prompts Everyone Can Enjoy
• Ask a Stupid Question Day” Journal Prompts
• Explore all the special holidays and days in September

Until next time, write on…

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please share them on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Pinterest.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
journalbuddies.com
creator and curator

Elementary Writing Prompts (49 Ideas!) 8 Aug 7:28 AM (2 months ago)

Elementary Writing Prompts: 49 Story Starters & Writing Ideas for Elementary Kids— Writing skills are so important—and yet so often go overlooked in the classroom, particularly when students are young.  That’s why…

We believe it’s never too early to get kids interested in writing… or to show them what a fun, rewarding activity it can be!

One of the best ways to show kids how enjoyable writing can be is to encourage them to use their imaginations to tell their own stories. Oh yeah!

So…

With that in mind, we’ve put together 49 fresh story starters and elementary writing prompts that are sure to get young minds turning! 

As they imagine make-believe worlds and reflect on their own viewpoints, kids will learn how valuable their own thoughts and feelings truly are.  And most importantly, they’ll develop their writing and communication skills as they commit these feelings to the pages of their journals.

These elementary writing prompts are perfect for young writers who may be just learning about things like structuring paragraphs and conveying ideas in a logical manner.  They’re also great fun for students who are still warming up to the idea of regular writing practice, as they offer plenty of room for their imaginations to shine!

Ok, let’s get to those elementary writing prompts. Enjoy!

49 Awesome Elementary Writing Prompts and Story Starters

Enjoy these fun creative writing prompts and story starters for elementary school kids—and the joy of watching your students’ creativity come to life!

1. Imagine that you can become invisible whenever you wanted to. What are some of the things you would do?
2. I am very proud because…
3. If I were President, I would…
4. If I were a turtle living in a pond, I would…
5. I am afraid to __________, because…
6. Name one thing you do really well. Give lots of details telling why.
7. What is your favorite room in your home and why?
8. Describe what it means to be a good neighbor.
9. What is your favorite time of day? Why?
10. Describe your best day ever.
11. How do you deal with people who bug you?
12. What excites you?
13. Describe your favorite hobby.
14. What is your favorite quote by a famous person? Why?
15. What is your favorite song and why?
16. Climbing trees is…
17. I wish trees could __________ because…
18. I want to be a __________ when I grow up. Then I will…
19. I wish there were a law that said…
20. I wish I could forget the time I __________ because…
21. I wish I could do __________ because…
22. Older people are…
23. Younger people are…
    
24. The most perfect place in the whole wide world is __________ because…
25. What makes you feel sad? Why?
26. What makes you feel happy? Why?
27. What can you do to help yourself feel better when you’re feeling blue?
28. Name your favorite book and why?
29. If I were a raindrop, I’d…
30. What I know about rabbits is that…
31. If I were an Easter egg…
32. For lunch today…
33. Pretend that you can fly whenever you want. Where would you go?
34. Pretend that there is no such thing as television, the Internet, or video games. What do you do with all your time?
35. My favorite stuffed animal or toy is…
36. Imagine if cows gave green juice instead of milk! What would the world look like?
37. Imagine that all the streets are rivers. How do you get around?
38. What would happen if it really did rain cats and dogs?
39. If I were a snake, I’d…
40. Use descriptive words like amazing, incredible, outrageous, super-fun, or mind-blowing in your journal entry.
41. If I could choose a different name, I would choose…
42. Let’s go __________. Describe your adventure.
43. Write a letter to your mom, dad, friend, cousin, or classmate.
44. What would happen if animals could talk?
45. What questions would you like to ask animals and what would their answers be?
46. What would you do if you were in the middle of the lake and your boat springs a leak?
47. What would you do if you suddenly woke up in another country and no one could understand a word you said?
48. Write a poem about your favorite person, animal, or place.
49. What is your dream vacation?

160 More FREE Elementary Writing Ideas

• 53 Writing for Fun Journal Prompts
• 31 Writing Prompts for Elementary Kids
• 60 Fictional Story Ideas to Spark Your Imagination
• 16 Visual Writing Prompts

I am always looking to expand my listing of journaling prompts and resources and would love to hear your ideas.  I invite you to contact me you have ideas you’d like me to add to this list of elementary writing prompts.

May your student’s journaling adventure be filled with joy, fun, and creativity.

Until next time, write on…

If you enjoyed these Elementary Writing Prompts,
please share them on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Pinterest.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
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31 Awesome August Writing Prompts 24 Jul 8:09 AM (3 months ago)

August Writing Prompts and Ideas: Great Back to School Writing Journal Prompts for Kids—Oh yeah! As students get ready to start a new school year, these themed daily prompts get them in the mood to begin researching, reflecting, and working together.

The beginning of a new school year is a good opportunity to think about the experiences they enjoyed over the summer and their goals for the upcoming school year. It’s a special time of year and this calls for a special list of prompts. And we have just that for you and your writers of all grade levels.

You see…

With a new school year approaching, now is the perfect time to help kids get back into the habit of regular reflection and writing. These special daily writing prompts for August are the ideal way to help students think about the places they’ve been—and more importantly, the places they’re going.

How to Use These Awesome August Writing Prompts with a Back to School Daily Themed Prompts

With a different thematic prompt for each day of the week, students will enjoy a bit of structure that can help them develop creatively.

Help students start their weeks the right way with “Matters Most Prompts” — questions and thoughts designed to help students understand how their intentions and goals determine their experiences.

On “Teamwork Today” prompt day, students will work together with partners to take on a creative or community project.

Then comes the…

“The Wikipedia Way” prompt ideas. They provide students with practice in researching topics online and encourage them to distill what they’ve learned into a few key ideas.

Next up…

We have the “Thoughts and Reflections” prompts. With these ideas, students can write about topics like their favorite memories, future goals, and thoughts on journaling. Then, they’ll have the chance to share and discuss their writing with a friend.

The fabulous “Fun Finish Prompts” give students a chance to reflect on the past, looking at their successes over the week or their happiest memories.

Finally, over the weekend, “Sharing and Small Moments” prompts ask students to write about hard truths like secrets, unique qualities, and proud moments—and with Small Moments, kids have the chance to slow down and appreciate some of life’s most meaningful experiences.

31 Awesome August Writing Prompts

Help your child get excited about going back to school and preparing for a new school year with these engaging prompts. They are sooooooo wonderful and fun. Enjoy!

August Writing Prompts -Week 1

1. “Thoughts and Reflections” Prompt
Write about some of your best experiences this summer and trade your work with a friend. Ask one another questions about your summer experiences and explain more details about your own.

2. Fun Finish Prompts August Writing Prompt
Reflect on the past week. What were some of the most exciting things you did? What are some of your favorite memories?

3. “Sharing and Small Moments” Prompt
Write about a secret that you’ve kept for someone else. Is it hard to keep secrets? Have you ever told a secret that you were supposed to keep?

4. “Sharing and Small Moments” Prompt
Spend a few minutes thinking about the past week and write about some of the small things that made you smile. How do you feel when you write about these things?

5. “Matters Most Prompts” 
Write about three things that you would like to see happen by the end of the year. What can you do to start making these goals a reality?

6. “Teamwork Today” Prompt 
Partner with a friend and work together to solve a puzzle. When you’re done, write about the experience. Did you come up with a system to split up the work, or did you both tackle the project at the same time? Do you feel like you worked well together as a team?

7. “The Wikipedia Way” Prompt –
Research the history of elementary schools on Wikipedia. How has schooling changed over the past century? Did you learn anything you didn’t know?

August Writing Prompts – Week 2

8. Thoughts and Reflections prompt: Write about how you feel when you write journal entries and trade your work with a friend. Discuss the similarities and differences in the way you both feel about journaling.

9. Fun Finish Prompts: Think about the past few months of summer vacation. As you get ready to start school, what parts of summer will you miss the most? How can you enjoy your last few days of summer?

10. Sharing and Small Moments: Write about one of your secrets. Have you ever shared your secret with anyone? How would you feel if someone found out about your secret?

11. Sharing and Small Moments: Reflect on some of the day’s small moments that made you feel loved. Did your parents, siblings, or friends do anything to show you how they care? How do you show others that you love them?

12. Matters Most Prompts: Write about a time when you set a goal and managed to complete it. How did you accomplish your goal? How did you feel when it was completed? Do you think this strategy would work with a new goal?

13. Teamwork Today Prompt: Partner with a friend and write a short story together, taking turns writing alternating sentences. How did the story turn out? Was it silly or did it make sense? Was it harder or easier to write with someone else?

14. Wikipedia “The Wikipedia Way” Prompt: Read about summer vacation experiences in other countries on Wikipedia. How do other cultures view summer vacation? Is it similar or different from your experience in America?

August Writing Prompts – Week 3

15. Thoughts and Reflections prompt: Write about the beginning of the new school year and trade your work with a friend. Are you both excited to start school again, or do you both wish summer could last a little longer? What types of things did each of you write about?

16. Fun Finish Prompt: How do you feel when you finish a major project or task? Are you good at finishing things you’ve started, or do you get easily distracted and move on to something else?

17. Sharing and Small Moments: Share something about yourself that is unique. How does this aspect of your identity or personality make you different from others? What does it feel like to possess a unique quality?

18. Sharing and Small Moments: Think back on the summer and try to envision some of your favorite memories as a series of photographs. Which moments did you think about first? How do these memories make you feel? How can you best remember them?

19. Matters Most Prompt:  Set three goals for the upcoming week. Create a plan that will help you achieve each one of them. When the week is over, write about whether or not you managed to complete your goals and how you feel about your progress.

20. Teamwork Today Prompt: Partner with a friend and make a plan to help out someone in your community. What types of projects can you take on when you work with a friend instead of by yourself?

21. Wikipedia “The Wikipedia Way” Prompt: Research homeschooling on Wikipedia. How is it different from traditional schools? Would you ever want to be homeschooled?

August Writing Prompts – Week 4

22. Thoughts and Reflections prompt: Write about one of your happiest memories and share your work with a friend. Discuss the way your memory makes you feel. How clearly do you remember the event? Do you think you will always remember the way you felt?

23. Fun Finish Prompts: Write about the nice things that you did for other people this week. Did you help someone or compliment someone? How did you feel while helping others? How do you think they felt?

24. Sharing and Small Moments: Share something you’re afraid of. Where do you think your fear comes from? Do you think others share the same fear?

25. Sharing and Small Moments: Think about some of the small things that you did this week to help out other people. Did you have to make a lot of effort to help others? Do you think the help you gave mattered to the recipients? Why?

26. Matters Most Prompt: On Mondays, do you feel ready to take on the next week or are you sad to see the weekend go? How do your feelings correspond to the type of work you get done? Do you think you can influence your behavior by changing your mood?

27. Teamwork Today Prompt: Partner with a friend to work on an art project or to prepare a meal. How did you complete your project? Did you enjoy working together? How did you feel when you were finished?

28. The Wikipedia Way Prompt: Use Wikipedia to research holidays that take place in August. Are there any holidays you didn’t know about? What do you think these holidays celebrate?

August Writing Prompts – Half-Week 5

29. Thoughts and Reflections prompts: Write about one of your hopes for the upcoming school year and share your work with a friend. What are both of your goals? Are there any ways you can help one another achieve them?

30. Fun Finish Prompts: As August comes to a close, look back on the last month. How has journaling each day helped you? Do you feel more aware of your ideas and feelings? Do you feel like you’re a better writer? Why or why not?

31. Sharing and Small Moments: Share something you’re proud of doing. How did you feel when you accomplished it? Do you feel good when you reflect on the experience?

I hope you enjoyed this list of excellent Back to School themed August writing prompts!

Monthly Writing Prompts for August (and All Year)

In another blog post entitled, Free Monthly Journal Prompts, you can download a calendar of prompts for each month of the year (January – December).

Here is a copy of the August Monthly Prompts Printable PDF

And check out this list of…

200+ MORE Back to School Writing Ideas & Resources

• 15 First Day of School Writing Activities
• 57 Back to School Prompts for Kids
• 53 Back to School Prompts
• 33 Going Back to School Journal Starters
• 51 Great Back to School Writing Prompts
• 15 Upbeat Writing Prompts about School

The Favorites List of Prompts

In addition to the list of 31 August writing prompts above, I have this excellent and simple list of journal ideas for you to use in your lesson plans and classroom instruction.

You see…

For those reluctant writers or non-writers, I suggest you use the time-tested favorite writing prompts. They are simple ideas that nearly every writer can answer without much effort. Plus, they are an excellent way to get those creative writing juices flowing for writers of all skill levels.

Have students write about their:

• Favorite song
• Favorite game
• Favorite sport
• Favorite thing
• Favorite foods
• Favorite place
• Favorite book
• Favorite toy
• Favorite season
• Favorite movie
• Favorite animal
• Favorite pet
• Favorite food
• Fav Celebrity
• Favorite Birthday party
• Planet
• Superhero
• Video game
• Adventure
• Sibling (or other relative)
• School subject
• Time of day
• Season
• Place to visit
• Teacher
• Hobby
• Past time
• Thing to think about
• Thing to remember
• Silly thing to do
• Place to go
• Best school memories
• Best birthdays
• Favorite month of the year

Yeppers… these ideas are excellent for beginning writers, young writers, struggling writers, or for any writer who just needs some simple, easy sentence starters to support a regular writing practice. They are also excellent topics to support your child’s writing skills.

Ok, that’s all for today.

Until next time, write on…

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Check out this resource—> 100 Back to School Tips for Parents and Children

30 Super Summer Journal Ideas 25 Jun 10:20 AM (3 months ago)

Summer journal keeping is simply awesome with these summer journal ideas! Yep, there’s no doubt about it — summer is most students’ favorite time of year. This special season is filled with laughter, sunshine, and a limitless sense of freedom that is exciting and inspiring to kids (and really, to people of all ages!). 

Whether your kids are spending their summer vacation at a faraway beach or amusement park, or simply relaxing and exploring here at home, they’re sure to be having lots of fun and enjoying their new routines. 

In these 30 super summer journal ideas and journal prompts, students will reflect on everything that makes summer such a unique time of year. 

You see…

As writers consider topics like summer camp, sandcastles, and time away from school, they’ll have the opportunity to reflect on how wonderful it is to spend their day doing whatever they like. 

And…

When they consider more topics like their favorite summer holidays, songs, and treats, they’ll get to consider the unique preferences and characteristics that define their personalities and make them who they are. 

See the Super Summer Journal Prompts Video!

Summer is a great time to encourage kids to keep writing and reflecting—and with these fun and festive summer journal prompts, your kids won’t even feel like they’re doing any work.

Let’s get to that list of prompts, as promised. Enjoy!

30 Summer Journal Ideas & Prompts for Kids

1. Does summer feel different than other seasons to you? Why or why not?
2. Do you ever miss going to school during the summer? Why or why not?
3. Does your family have any summer traditions? What makes them special?
4. July is National Ice Cream Month. How will you be celebrating this important holiday?
5. Do you prefer having a single three-month-long summer vacation, or would you rather have the time away from school broken up more frequently throughout the year? Why?
6. Imagine that you and your friends are going to build the world’s largest sandcastle. What kinds of rooms would you put inside? What cool features would the castle have?
7. Pretend that you are a tour guide for someone who is visiting your city for the first time. What would you do to show them around?
8. Would you rather spend time indoors or outdoors during the summer? Why?
9. What part of summer do you look forward to the most every year? Why?
10. Have you ever gone to summer camp? What did you like about it? If not, what type of summer camp would you want to attend?
11. Go outside and spend 15 minutes thinking about what you can see, smell, hear, feel, and taste during the summer. Then, write about your favorite ways to experience these senses.
12. What is your favorite summer holiday? What do you like most about it?
13. Write a story about three kids who get to experience a never-ending summer.
14. Do your parents let you stay up later during the summer? Why or why not? If so, what do you like to do with the extra time?
    
    
15. If you could travel anywhere in the world this summer, where would you go? What would you do there?
16. Write about your favorite 4^th of July memory. What made that holiday so special?
17. Do you ever spend time studying during the summer? What do you try to learn?
18. Would you rather be way too hot or way too cold? Why?
19. Go outside to your backyard and pretend that you are an explorer. Try to examine everything up close and from a different perspective. Then, come back inside and write about what you learned.
20. During the summer, how often do you get to see your friends from school?
21. What is your favorite thing to do with your friends during the summer?
22. Write about three of your favorite things to do around town during the summer. Then, see if your parents will take you to one of them and write about your experience when you return home.
23. What is your favorite thing about the warmer weather?
24. Write about your favorite summer activity (such as going to the beach, setting off fireworks, or getting treats from the ice cream truck). What do you love most about it?
25. What is the coolest place you’ve ever visited? What do you love about it?
26. Write a poem about your thoughts on the sun. What do you appreciate about the sun? When is it simply too hot?
27. How do you think people stayed cool during the summer before air conditioning and fans were invented? Would you have ever wanted to live during this time? Why or why not?
28. Have you ever gone on a camping trip? If so, what was the best part? If not, do you think you would enjoy being out in the wilderness? Why or why not?
29. Write about a time when your family went to a festival or carnival during the summer. What do you remember the most?
30. If you could only choose one activity to do every single day during summer, what would you pick? Why?

I hope you enjoyed these super summer journal ideas!

287 More Free and Fun Summer Journal Prompts

These prompt lists all have a summer theme and are packed with creative writing prompts and inspiration.

• 53 Summer Fun Writing Ideas
• 10 Summer Topics w/Free Printable PDF of summer writing prompts
• 53 Writing Prompts Celebrating Summer
• 51 Super Summer Camp Writing Prompts
• 31 Great End of Summer Writing Prompts
• 39 Beach Writing Prompts
• 50 Ice Cream Writing Prompts

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The Favorites List

A super-simple way to get started writing or as a writing warm up, is the favorites list.

Have students write about their:

• Favorite foods
• Favorite place
• Favorite book
• Favorite toy
• Favorite season
• Favorite movie
• Favorite animal
• Favorite pet
• Favorite holiday
• Favorite time of day

These favorites ideas are especially useful for those reluctant writers or non-writers. They are easy to use and nearly every writer can answer them without much effort. Plus, they are an excellent way to get those creative writing juices flowing for writers of all skill levels.

Ok, grab that pen and your journal pages and get to writing now.

Savor your summer, and until next time, write on…

If you enjoyed these Summer Journal Writing Prompt Ideas,
please share them on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Pinterest.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
journalbuddies.com
creator and curator

PS – Who doesn’t like fun summer activities? Take a look at this Printable Journal for Summer!

Kids Summer Journaling

Journaling: A Great Summertime Activity for Kids—

Parents are always looking for great summertime activities that will keep their kids occupied and out of trouble. As summer gets well underway parents will sometimes scramble to sign up their kids for camps or various other summer programs.

Many parents prefer that their children stay active with at least a few educational activities over the summer months. A fantastic activity for kids to sharpen their minds and help prevent summer learning loss is journaling. Kids can keep a family journal during the summer, a shared journal, an art journal, or a journal themed with a topic that engages their interest.

Keeping a Summer Journal

Journaling is a fantastic summer activity for children of all ages because it is a low-cost and effective way to give kids a platform for healthy dialogue and expression. Some children can easily express their emotions while other more introverted children may hold back. Wonderfully, journaling gives children of all temperaments the chance to express themselves in writing and jot down those thoughts and feelings they may not necessarily wish to express verbally. Letting children vent in a constructive way through journaling can help them handle negative emotions and reduce their frustrations.

When kids are engaged in journaling, be certain to ensure that their journal is a safe zone for them to make mistakes. Also, consider setting a schedule for the summertime and asking your kids to start the day off with a journal entry. Parents can be as creative as they would like when it comes to journaling time frames.

Often times parents will allow the kids to make their own writing schedule. The only thing parents need to be sure of is that they keep tabs on their children’s writing progression.  In some instances, it may be okay for them to skip a day. Very importantly, reinforce the fact that this fun activity is something that they can do anytime they feel the need to get their thoughts on paper.

Parents may want to ask their child’s permission to read over their entries and give feedback accordingly. Indeed, shared journal writing is an excellent way for parents and children to bond.

IMPORTANT:
If your child asks that a journal entry
remains private, respect their request.

Parents might even decide to monitor a child’s journaling activities.  For example, you may choose to keep an eye on the spelling, sentence structure, and grammatical skills that appear in each journal entry. If you do so do not criticize your child’s writing skill. Also, when offering assistance be sure it is done in a kind and helpful manner.

Of course, shared journal keeping by parents and children is a wonderful opportunity for them to come together and experience a fun, learning-based activity that just might turn out to be a great memento of the summer. As you might imagine, here at JournalBuddies.com we are HUGE fans of shared journaling!

Some of the Benefits of Summertime Journaling for Kids

There are many fabulous benefits to journal keeping. By having children write every day about something they enjoyed during the day or activities that they were involved in, you can take an active approach to assist your children in developing their writing ability.

Journaling can also help improve kid’s confidence and help them develop their writing voice. After a few months of journaling, they can look back at their prior entries and see their progress.

There are many more benefits should your kids choose to partake in journaling and hopefully you and your kids will enjoy this great summer activity.  Happy summertime journal keeping!

Until next time, journal on…

10 Journal Writing Tips for Kids 4 Jun 3:11 AM (4 months ago)

How to Write a Journal – Journal Writing Tips for kids plus tricks and BONUS Prompts. See and explore ten tips guaranteed to hook kids’ attention and interest in journal writing. Yes! Take a look now and enjoy.

Journal writing helps kids to process the myriad of thoughts, feelings, and emotions they experience. It’s also an excellent form of creative self-expression. But, when faced with a journal full of blank lines or with the task of remembering to write each and every day, some youngsters are simply overwhelmed and unmotivated.

You can help encourage the healthy habit of daily journal writing by your child. Simply use the following journal writing tips especially for kids.

They’re guaranteed to engage a child’s imagination and bring enthusiasm to their journal keeping. Plus you can help young kids create a powerful journaling habit and encourage a love of writing.

10 Super Journal Writing Tips on How to Write a Journal for Kids

Journal Writing Tip #1 – Silence Your Inner Critic

It’s your journal and your words, and however you write them down, they are valuable, NO MATTER WHAT!

Tip #2 – Break the Rules

You can break all the rules of grammar and spelling (or follow them if you prefer). It’s your choice! Either way, there is no such thing as right or wrong when journaling.

Tip #3 – Go with the Flow to Express Yourself

Take some time and tune in to how you feel. Do you feel like writing a lot or simply feel like writing one word? Believe it or not, even writing ONE WORD across the page IS considered journaling!  When you go with the flow, your journal writing comes easily and feels great.

Tip #4 – Pick a Special Spot to Journal

Choose a place where you feel safe, happy, and secure and where you feel inspired to lose yourself in your journal writing.

Tip #5 – Go Wild with Embellishments

Use stickers, crayons, colored pens and pencils, markers, magazine pictures, drawings, or photos to jazz up your journal. Being creative with your journal keeping makes your writing experience more colorful, exciting, and fun.

Tip #6 – Keep it Simple

If your journal writing begins to feel like a task you must accomplish, scale back or take a break. Just remember that your journaling experience is always more enjoyable when it feels spontaneous.

Tip #7 – Discover your Writing Style

Ask yourself if you like to use only words (no pictures or stickers) or if you prefer to combine writing and drawing. Maybe poetry dominates your journal or maybe your preference is to break all the rules and simply free write.

Tip #8 – Create a Theme Journal

You can create a dream journal, a wish journal, or a journal of family, friends, and best moments in life. Be creative in choosing themes and if you run out of ideas you can always research new journal writing ideas online.

Tip #9 – Rule your Queendom/Kingdom

Celebrate, vent, accentuate, complain… it’s up to you what goes on to your journal pages. Please remember though to always, always, be kind to yourself (because cruelty hurts and it makes you sad).

Tip #10 – Keep it Fun and Fulfilling

If it’s not fun and fulfilling, chances are you’ll quit writing. Jazz up your journal by giving yourself permission to try new journaling techniques. AND keep it fulfilling by focusing on a wide range of topics (not just sad or bad ones, but happy and exhilarating ones as well).

I hope you enjoyed these tips on how to write a journal for kids. Now, check out these…

8 Fun Journal Writing Prompts and Ideas for Kids to Journal About Right Now

Now that we’ve covered some great tips on how to write a journal for kids, it’s time to explore some ideas to write about.

1 – What if you were president?
Write as if you were president of the United States. What changes would you make? What kind of laws would you enact?

2 – Make up a holiday.
Make up your very own holiday. What would be the theme? What would it be called? What types of games, food, and traditions would be included in this holiday?

3 – Write about your favorite food.
Describe your favorite food.  Be descriptive when telling about its look, feel, smell, and taste. What does it remind you of?  How does it make you feel?

4 – What do you want to be when you grow up? Do you want to be a doctor or a carpenter? Tell why. What aspects of the job appeal to you? You can also tell what you don’t like about the job.

5 – Write about the ultimate birthday gift.
If money was no object and you could receive any birthday gift, what would it be? How big would it be? Would you use it every day? How impossible is it that you would actually get this as a gift? Another journal idea would be to write about the ultimate birthday party.

6 – Write about your most embarrassing moment.
Everyone has something embarrassing that has happened to them. Write about yours. Remember, this journal is for your eyes only, so do be afraid to be specific.

7 – If you were an inanimate object, what would you be?
This will work with anything. You could write about what kind of food, animal, furniture, or anything else you might be. Explain why you chose this object. What features and characteristics of this object are similar to yours? This is always a fun journal idea because you can let your imagination run wild and be whatever or whomever you want to be.

8 – Write about your favorite age.
If you could be stuck at one age for the rest of your life, what age would you be? Why? What do you like about this age? It can be an age you have already passed or an age you have not yet reached.

I hope you enjoyed this list of journal prompts and use them with your young writer(s) as you help them learn how to write a journal for kids.

5 Top Benefits of Journaling for Children

Journaling is a great way for children to express themselves, process their emotions, and develop their writing skills. It can also be a fun and rewarding activity that can help children learn about themselves and the world around them.

Here are some of the benefits of journaling for children:

• Improved writing skills: Journaling can help children improve their writing skills in a number of ways. It gives them the opportunity to practice writing regularly, and it allows them to explore different writing styles and techniques. Journaling can also help children develop their vocabulary and grammar skills.
• Improved emotional health: Journaling can help children process their emotions in a healthy way. When children write about their feelings, they are able to identify and understand them better. This can help them to cope with difficult emotions, such as anger, sadness, and anxiety. Journaling can also help children to develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress.
• Increased self-awareness: Journaling can help children to learn more about themselves. When children write about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, they gain a better understanding of who they are and what they want out of life. This can lead to increased self-confidence and self-esteem.
• Enhanced creativity: Journaling can help children to tap into their creativity. When children write about their imaginations, they are able to explore new ideas and possibilities. This can help them to develop their creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Improved communication skills: Journaling can help children to improve their communication skills. When children write about their thoughts and feelings, they are forced to organize their thoughts and express themselves clearly. This can help them to communicate more effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.

If you are interested in encouraging your child to journal and are looking for ideas on how to write a journal there are a few things you can do.

First, make sure that your child has a journal that they feel comfortable using. You can buy a journal at any bookstore, or you can make your own.

Second, encourage your child to write about whatever they want. There are no rules when it comes to journaling, so let your child’s imagination run wild.

Finally, be supportive and non-judgmental. Let your child know that you are there to listen and help them if they need it.

Yes

Journaling can be a great outlet for (teen, tween or in-between) children to express themselves, process their emotions, and develop their writing skills. Plus, they’ll learn the vital life skill of self-reflection which has many great benefits If you are looking for a way to help your child grow and learn, journaling is a great option.

Ok, take a look at this…

More Writing Tips and Fabulous Prompt Lists for Your Kids

• Writing for Fun Tips and 35 Prompts
• Creative Journal Tips and Ideas Bursting with Fun + 25 Bonus Prompts
• 58 Fun & Fabulous Journal Writing Topics
• Art Journaling Ideas & 44 Art Journal Prompts
• Check out our extensive collection of creative writing prompts

The Favorites List

Now, check out this excellent and simple list of journal ideas for you to use with your younger kids.

You see…

For those reluctant writers or non-writers, we suggest you use the time-tested favorite writing prompts. They are simple ideas that nearly every writer can answer without much effort. Plus, they are an excellent way to get those creative writing juices flowing for writers of all skill levels.

Have students write about their:

• Favorite foods
• Favorite place
• Favorite book
• Favorite toy
• Favorite thing
• Favorite memory
• Favorite holiday
• Favorite season
• Favorite movie
• Favorite animal
• Favorite pet
• Favorite outfit

How to Write a Journal (Journaling for Kids) Summary

All the journal writing tips in the world can only guide you, and, in the end, you must choose your style based on what works best for you. Above all, a child’s journal must be a safe place for them to express themselves.

Daily journal writing is a wonderful tool of expression for preteens and teens but they must feel invested in their writing. The best way to get them – and to keep them – invested is to encourage the free expression of their uniqueness and creativity.

Let them choose the journal writing style that best suits their personality and unique tastes and you are guaranteed that they WILL start (and continue) journaling!

Ok, grab those notebooks, computers, cellphones, writing apps of favorite types of journals and get your kids writing. I know you’ll be glad you did.

Until next time, write on…

If you enjoyed these How to Write a Journal for Kids tips, tricks and prompts,
please share them on social media Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, TikTok or elsewhere online.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
journalbuddies.com
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PS – not sure what type of journal is best for you or your writer? Check out 13 Best Types of Journals for Kids!

Daily Prompts Calendar for You from Journal Buddies 30 Apr 8:34 AM (5 months ago)

Say hello to the new Daily Prompts calendar. You’ll want to visit this daily prompts calendar again and again to get inspired and to inspire your writers!

Curated for you by Journal Buddies Jana & Jill, this calendar brings you the very best in daily prompts, designed to inspire you and your writers. Packed with unique ideas and playful prompts, it’s the perfect tool to inspire your daily writing. Enjoy!

Journal Buddies, your go-to source for prompts, presents the “Spark Your Imagination” daily prompts calendar. Oh yeah. Please share this incredible resource with others. We’d really appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Journal Buddies Jill & Jana 💜

30 Heartfelt Mental Health Topics to Write About 24 Apr 6:47 AM (6 months ago)

30 Mental health topics to write about— Each year, Mental Health Awareness month is in May and Mental Health Awareness Week is the first full week of October. These two essential campaigns seek to raise awareness and educate the public on mental health. And now, you can…

Use our mental health topics to write about with your students and writers. By doing so, you’ll help to educate and empower them to handle issues and promote emotional health.

You see…

With estimates that show that about 1 in 4 Americans could be diagnosed with a mental illness in any given year, it’s more important than ever before for people to be aware of these issues.

The gravity of this statistic is precisely why we created this list of mental health awareness writing topics and prompts.

Toward Good Mental Health

Now…

Our mental health awareness writing prompts and mental health topics to write about seek to educate students about mental health issues and mental health challenges. We do so by covering such topics of what they look like, what dangers they may cause, and what to do if one feel like they are struggling themselves. 

Students and writers of all ages will consider questions such as—

• “What would you do if a friend told you they were going to hurt themselves?”
• “Why is self-care an important part of one’s wellbeing?” and many, many more ideas along these lines.

Indeed, by reflecting on these mental health topics to write about, students will gain a deeper understanding of how to recognize when someone needs help—and what to do if they ever feel like their own mental health is suffering.

Ok, let’s get to those writing topics.

30 Mental Health Topics to Write About

These ideas may be used for essays, papers, daily journaling, or general wellness and selfcare for the young people in your life.

1. Do you ever struggle with your own mental health? How does that make you feel?
2. Do you know people who talk openly about their mental health? How does this impact you?
3. Why is there such a stigma around these types of mental health problems? Do you think there is a lot of stigma around them?
4. People do lots of things to improve their physical wellness—but less to take care of their mental health. Why do you think this is?
5. People see doctors for their bodies with no shame. Should they be embarrassed to see a doctor for their minds?  Why or why not?
6. What are some signs that someone may be struggling with their mental health?
7. What would you do if you suspected a friend was depressed?
8. What would you do if a friend told you they were going to hurt themselves?
9. Why do people say that suicide is “a permanent solution to a temporary problem”? What does this mean?
10. Are non-lethal forms of self-harm dangerous? Why?
11. Why are some groups of people at a higher risk of problems like depression?
12. Why is it important for people to prioritize their mental care and wellness?
13. What is one thing you could do on a regular basis that would be good for your mental health care?
14. Why is telling a depressed person to “just try to be happy” equivalent to telling someone with a broken leg to “just try to walk”?
15. Why is it beneficial for people with mental health issues to hear from others who experience the same things?

    

16. How can you best support someone who is struggling with his or her mental health?
17. Who could you turn to if you were struggling with your own mental wellness?
18. Would you ever consider seeing a therapist or a psychiatrist? Why or why not?
19. Could therapy be beneficial for people who do not have issues with their mental state and health? Why or why not?
20. How could our school better support students who struggle with their mental health?
21. What does it mean for someone to have a “safe space”? How could this be beneficial to a person’s well-being?
22. Some illnesses simply occur (some say due to genes), while others are triggered by an event. Should these be differentiated? Why or why not?
23. Do memes and jokes about mental health mock people who are struggling or serve to de-stigmatize these forms of illness? Why?
24. Why is self-care an important part of one’s overall wellness and health?
25. Has anyone ever talked to you about mental well-being? What did you learn?
26. Do you know how to ask for help if you were ever to need it? What would you do?
27. Should people with documented mental issues be prohibited from certain activities, such as driving a car or owning a gun? Why or why not?
28. What are three things you could do to provide a safe place for people in your life who may need it?
29. What are some reasons people might be afraid to ask for help with their mental illness?
30. Do you think your mental health is connected to your physical health? Why or why not? 

I hope you found these mental health topics to write about helpful.

In Support of Living a Healthy Lifestyle

A wise counselor suggested that an effective way to manage, diminish, overcome, or possibly cure some mental disorders, issues, and illnesses is to take some time away from social media, video games, and other modern distractions…

And, instead, use that time to… Practice health journaling.

Yes!

This form of writing may build up one’s resilience, improve moods, and move beyond trauma, divorce, or other issues that affect kids, teenagers, college students, and adults.

Potential Benefits of Journaling for Improved Mental Health

However, whether kids are trying to write about their thoughts or feelings, it’s often difficult for them to know where to begin. How do they start digging into their feelings and thoughts with health journaling?

To make things a bit easier, give students the list of mental health topics to write about shown above and share the health journal prompts below.

Yes.

We’ve put together some excellent journaling prompts that students can use to become more skilled at expressing their thoughts and feelings while improving their writing skills.

Take a look now at these…

Health Journaling Ideas

1. What are some positive ways you can deal with feeling sad?
2. Write about something you did that made you feel afraid. Once you did it, how did you feel?
3. How do you feel when someone recognizes your achievements?
4. Write about the greatest feeling you’ve ever experienced.
5. What things in life make you feel happiest?
6. Do you think happiness is a feeling or a choice?
7. What do you think are your best strengths?
8. What do you think are your greatest weaknesses? Can you do anything about them?
9. How can you turn negative thoughts into positive thoughts?
10. Do you think positive thinking makes a difference?

See the full list here—> 60 health and wellness journaling ideas

And now for…

More Writing Resources for You

While we think our list of mental health topics to write about above is excellent, we also think you may find these ideas helpful.

• 31 Journal Prompts for Anxiety + Free Printables
• Writing Therapy to Support Emotional Wellness
• 33 Gender Equality Journal Writing Prompts
• 33 Argumentative Essay Topics

Ok, that’s all for today.

Until next time, write on…

If you enjoyed these Mental Health Topics to Write About
please share them on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Pinterest.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
journalbuddies.com
creator and curator

More Mental Wellness Writing Resources

Check out these wonderful writing resources to further support one’s wellness and well-being:

• Balanced Diet & Nutritional Psychiatry (Harvard Health)
• Center for Women’s Mental Health
• 100 Health Research Paper Topics
• Side effects of a negative state of mind
• Journaling for Wellness

31 Marvelous May Writing Prompts 24 Apr 4:25 AM (6 months ago)

31 May Writing Prompts for Writers of All Ages— In these new writing prompts for Every Day in May, your students will get excited about spring, look forward to summer, and…

… writers will grow their writing skills as they set intentions for their future. Now, check out this sweet video we made about May Writing Prompts. We think you and your writerswill be inspired by it!

Fun Journal Prompts and Writing Ideas for the Month of May

Spring is underway and the end of the school year is in sight. This is why…

Students of all ages are getting excited thinking about summer and all of the fun and relaxation ahead.  So get to it and have your 1st grade, second, 3rd grade, 4th grade, or students of ANY grade or age get to using these fabulous May prompt ideas right now. I know you’ll be glad you did.

May Writing Prompts

1. May Day is one of the most fun holidays in spring, but it sometimes gets overlooked. Choose your favorite traditional celebration of spring: May Day baskets, bonfires, or collecting flowers. Write out your dream celebration of it, or any fun May Day memories you have.
2. Choose a spring flower that symbolizes your personality and explain why you chose it.
3. What is a dessert that reminds you of spring, and what memories are attached to it?
4. The first full week of May is National Pet Week! Write a story where you get a new puppy or kitty who can secretly talk.
5. Create a Mother’s Day coupon book to give to your mom.
6. Sketch an idea for a journal cover with a cute spring-themed quote on the front. Explain why you chose that quote.
7. Describe how your writing process at the end of this school year is different from how your writing process was at the beginning of this school year.
8. Write about your favorite season and why you love it so much.
9. Write a story where your favorite Star Wars character moves in with your family for the summer.
10. Do you prefer April showers or May flowers?
11. When you think of spring, what do you think of?
12. Do you like walking barefoot in the grass? Why or why not?
13. What are you looking forward to this year? 
14. Are you happy or sad about winter ending?
15. Today (May 15) is National Chocolate Chip Day! What is something that doesn’t usually have chocolate chips in it but should?
16. Imagine you could plan a mini spring break anywhere you want. Where would you go?
17. Many plants are in different stages at this point in spring. Write a metaphor about what this reminds you of.
    
18. If spring didn’t exist anymore, and you had to repeat a different season, which would you choose? Why?
19. If you could create one more holiday to add to May, what would you choose?
20. If you graduated from college today, what career would you pursue?
21. Has your personality changed from when you were little? How do you think it might change in the future?
22. If you could move to a new town and have a fresh start, would you? Why or why not?
23. Set 5 goals for your relationship with your family this summer.
24. May is National Salad Month in America. Would you rather eat a salad or a smoothie every day of your life? What would the flavor be?
25. Would you rather spend 2 hours in a car, plane, or boat? Why?
26. Write a story where you pick up a new, crazy hobby for the summer.
27. Do you prefer to drink hot or cold drinks in spring? Why?
28. What is your favorite outdoor activity when it gets warm outside?
29. If you could live in any TV show’s world for a summer, which would you choose? Why?
30. Imagine you can only use two ingredients to bake a cake. Which ingredients would you choose?
31. Are you more of a tortoise or a hare? Why?

More Prompts & Writing Resources for May

• 53 Memorial Day Writing Prompts
• 31 Mother’s Day Writing Ideas
• May Day Writing Prompt Ideas
• Seasonal Arts & Crafts for May

Until next time, write on!

If you enjoyed these May Writing Prompts,
please share them on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Pinterest.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
journalbuddies.com
creator and curator

53 Fun Easter Writing Prompts 17 Apr 5:54 AM (6 months ago)

Oh yeah! 53 Fun & Exciting Easter Writing Prompts and Journaling Ideas— Easter isn’t just a time for chocolate bunnies and candy-coated eggs. It’s also a time for students to explore and understand the meaning of this spring holiday.

With these new Easter-themed journal prompts, students can reflect on the lessons they learned during Lent and the different events within the Easter season.

Of course, they’ll also get the chance to think about their favorite places to hide Easter eggs and the best kinds of Easter candy.

Plus…

As students journal, they learn to express their thoughts more clearly and greatly develop their writing skills. Journal prompts encourage students to develop a thought process where they consider an initial question and then think about where their opinions come from. This type of self-analysis can serve students throughout their lives, especially as they move on to tougher topics.

Encourage your students to think about the significance and traditions of the Easter holiday with these eggs-cellent journal prompts!

53 Easter Writing Prompts and Journal Ideas for Kids

1. Why do we celebrate Easter?
2. What is the meaning of the cross?
3. Resurrection gives us the chance to…
4. How do you think the people lived during Jesus’s time?
5. I appreciate Jesus because…
6. How can we celebrate new life on Easter?
7. What are you giving up for Lent?
8. Why did Jesus have to die for people’s sins?
9. How old were you when you first understood the meaning of Easter?
10. What can different jelly bean colors signify?
11. Have you ever participated in Easter services?
12. What are your family’s Easter traditions?
13. Why do we have eggs at Easter?
14. What do you get in your Easter basket?
15. It is important that we have Easter during the spring because…
16. How do you feel when you sing “Hallelujah” on Easter?
17. Write a story about witnessing the Stations of the Cross.
18. What is your favorite Easter church service?
19. Easter teaches us about…
20. Why is Palm Sunday important?
21. Where is the best place to hide Easter eggs?
22. What are your favorite Easter church songs?
23. What do you think life as a disciple would have been like?
    
24. Why do we have Lent before Easter?
25. What is the Easter Bunny symbolic of?
26. Where does your family keep the palms from Palm Sunday all year?
27. Where did the Easter Bunny come from?
28. How could you incorporate the principles of Lent into your daily life?
29. What is your favorite kind of Easter candy?
30. What does your family do with Easter eggs after they’re colored? Hide them? Eat them? Decorate with them?
31. When does your family go to Mass for Easter?
32. Which holiday is most important to you – Easter or Christmas?
33. How can I thank Jesus on Easter?
34. My favorite Easter memory…
35. What do we celebrate on Holy Thursday?
36. What is the meaning of resurrection?
37. What is the Easter Bunny’s job?
38. Who hides the eggs in your family?
39. Where do Easter traditions come from?
40. When I was younger, I thought the Easter Bunny…
41. I’m happy to celebrate Easter because…
42. Easter is an important holiday because…
43. What would it have been like to be at the Last Supper?
44. Why is it symbolic to search for Easter eggs?
45. What is the best way to color Easter eggs?
46. Good Friday is a time for…
47. What would it have been like as a follower of Jesus, waiting for Him to rise?
48. During Lent, I learn about…
49. Is it hard to fast during Lent? Why is it important to fast?
50. What do you think happened after Judas turned in Jesus?
51. What is your favorite part about Easter?
52. Why do you think so many people were afraid of Jesus?
53. What can I teach others about Easter?

133 MORE Spring Writing Prompts to Explore

• 27 If I Were the Easter Bunny Writing Ideas
• 53 Journal Writing Topics about April Fool’s Day
• 53 Magnificent May Day Journal Prompts

Until next time, write on…

If you enjoyed these Easter Writing Prompts for Kids,
please share them on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Pinterest.
I appreciate it!

Sincerely,
Jill
journalbuddies.com
creator and curator

PS – take a peek at this Free Easter Printable!