100 Creative Writing Prompts for Middle Schoolers

It’s back to school and you want to break the ice with getting your middle schoolers to get used to writing by giving them creative writing prompts.

Writing is very important when it comes to students wanting to express their feelings and thoughts.

Middle School Writing Prompts:

Here are 100 creative writing prompts for middle schoolers to spark their imagination and help them develop their writing skills:

Imaginative Prompts:

1. You wake up one day with the ability to speak and understand any language. Write about your adventures.
2. Write a story from the perspective of your pet.
3. Imagine you are a superhero with an unusual power. Describe a day in your life.
4. Write a letter to your future self, describing the life you hope to have.
5. You discover a hidden door in your house that leads to another world. Describe what you find.
6. If you could travel back in time, where and when would you go? Write about your journey.
7. Describe a world where everything is made of candy.
8. Write a story about a talking animal who goes on a quest to save their homeland.
9. Imagine you are a detective solving a mysterious case. Describe your investigation.
10. Write a story about a day in the life of a pirate.

Realistic Prompts:

11. Describe a memorable family vacation or trip.
12. Write about a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.
13. Imagine you are a character in your favorite book. How would you change the story?
14. Write a letter to a historical figure you admire.
15. Describe a perfect day spent with your best friend.
16. Write about a time when you had to make a difficult decision.
17. If you could be any famous person for a day, who would you choose and why?
18. Describe your dream job and what you would do in that role.
19. Write a story about a middle school dance or social event.
20. Reflect on a time when you helped someone or did a kind deed.

Fantasy and Science Fiction Prompts:

21. You find a magical object that grants one wish. What do you wish for and why?
22. Imagine you can fly. Describe where you would go and what you would do.
23. Write a story set in a future where robots and humans coexist.
24. Describe a world where time travel is possible.
25. You wake up with the ability to control the weather. How do you use this power?
26. Write about a society where everyone has a unique superpower.
27. Describe a planet you discover while exploring space.
28. Write a story about a young wizard attending a school for magic.
29. Imagine you can shrink to the size of a bug. Describe your adventures.
30. Write a letter to an alien from another planet, explaining life on Earth.

Character and Emotion Prompts:

31. Describe a time when you felt extremely proud of yourself.
32. Write from the perspective of a character who is afraid of the dark.
33. Imagine you could talk to your favorite fictional character. What would you say?
34. Describe a moment when you felt truly happy.
35. Write about a time when you had to stand up for something you believe in.
36. Imagine you are a character in a fairy tale. How do you handle a difficult situation?
37. Describe a person you admire and why they inspire you.
38. Write a story about a character who discovers a hidden talent.
39. Imagine you can read minds. Describe a day in your life with this ability.
40. Write about a time when you felt scared or nervous.

Dialogue Prompts:

41. Write a conversation between two animals in the zoo after closing time.
42. Imagine you meet a time traveler from the past. Write a dialogue between the two of you.
43. Write a conversation between two objects in your room while you’re away.
44. Describe a debate between two imaginary creatures about whether humans are real.
45. Write a dialogue between a robot and a human about the meaning of friendship.
46. Imagine you can talk to a famous historical figure. What questions would you ask?
47. Write a conversation between two characters who are stuck on a deserted island.
48. Describe a discussion between two siblings about what to do with a mysterious key.
49. Write a dialogue between a superhero and a supervillain trying to work together.
50. Imagine you can communicate with plants. Write a conversation with a tree.

Descriptive Prompts:

51. Describe a stormy night from the perspective of someone stranded in the rain.
52. Write a detailed description of your favorite place in nature.
53. Imagine you wake up in a room made entirely of mirrors. Describe what you see.
54. Describe a delicious meal from start to finish.
55. Write about a cityscape from the point of view of a bird flying above.
56. Imagine you find a hidden cave filled with treasures. Describe the sights and sounds.
57. Describe a bustling marketplace in a foreign land.
58. Write a detailed description of a haunted house at midnight.
59. Imagine you are lost in a dense forest. Describe your surroundings and emotions.
60. Describe a colorful, whimsical dream you had recently.

Personal Narrative Prompts:

61. Write about a memorable birthday celebration.
62. Describe a time when you felt like an outsider and how you overcame it.
63. Reflect on a mistake you made and the lessons you learned.
64. Write about a family tradition that is important to you.
65. Describe a time when you had to work together with others to achieve a goal.
66. Reflect on a time when you felt proud of a personal accomplishment.
67. Write about a summer adventure or activity you enjoyed.
68. Describe a time when you had to overcome a fear.
69. Reflect on a time when you felt grateful for something in your life.
70. Write about a friendship that has had a significant impact on you.

Mystery and Suspense Prompts:

71. Describe a mysterious package that arrives at your doorstep.
72. Write a story about a character who receives anonymous, cryptic messages.
73. Imagine you discover a hidden room in your school. Describe what you find.
74. Write about a character who stumbles upon a secret society.
75. Describe a strange occurrence that happens in your neighborhood.
76. Write a story about a detective solving a puzzling case.
77. Imagine you find a map that leads to buried treasure. Describe your quest to find it.
78. Describe a night when everything goes wrong for a character.
79. Write a story about a group of friends investigating a haunted house.
80. Imagine you receive a message from your future self. Describe the message and its impact.

Humorous Prompts:

81. Write about a day in the life of a mischievous leprechaun.
82. Describe a funny misunderstanding between two characters.
83. Write a story about a talking animal trying to fit in with humans.
84. Imagine you switch bodies with your pet for a day. Describe the hilarity that ensues.
85. Describe a comical cooking disaster in the kitchen.
86. Write about a superhero with an unusual and funny superpower.
87. Imagine you wake up with the ability to understand what inanimate objects are saying.
88. Describe a day in the life of a clumsy character who always finds themselves in funny situations.
89. Write a story about a group of friends who accidentally cause chaos at a school event.
90. Imagine you attend a school for wizards where everything goes hilariously wrong.

Historical and Cultural Prompts:

1. Imagine you are a young explorer traveling with Christopher Columbus on his first voyage to the Americas. Describe your experiences and interactions with the indigenous people you encounter.
2. Write a diary entry from the perspective of a young girl living during the Renaissance. Describe your daily life, including your family, education, and any notable events.
3. You’ve been transported back to ancient Egypt and are assisting in building the Great Pyramid of Giza. Describe your role, the challenges you face, and the significance of the project.
4. Write a story about a young Native American’s journey along the Oregon Trail during the westward expansion of the United States. Highlight the hardships, friendships, and discoveries along the way.
5. Imagine you are a samurai in feudal Japan. Write a letter to your family describing your training, duties, and thoughts about honor and loyalty.
6. Describe a day in the life of a medieval knight, including preparing for battle, participating in a joust, and interacting with the nobility.
7. Write a dialogue between two passengers aboard the Titanic on the night of its tragic sinking. Capture their emotions and reactions as the events unfold.
8. You are a young suffragette fighting for women’s right to vote in the early 20th century. Write a persuasive speech to inspire others to join the cause.
9. Describe a scene from the Harlem Renaissance, focusing on the vibrant artistic and cultural contributions of African Americans during this time.
10. You’ve been transported to the court of Louis XIV in 17th-century France. Write a letter to a friend back home, detailing the opulent palace, the monarch’s lifestyle, and the societal norms of the time.

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