From wordless books to favorite novels, your kids’ reading can provide a springboard to book-themed writing activities.
Writing & Journal Prompts
Autumn creative writing prompts for homeschool kids
Fun autumn prompts include a squirrel with big problems and a mystery at a harvest party!
Back to school writing prompts for high school | Homeschool writing ideas
These writing prompts invite teens to make an outline, write a letter, or formulate an essay.
5 Christmas writing prompts for your homeschool
Christmas writing prompts let kids describe cookie-baking, write an acrostic poem, and more!
12 Thanksgiving writing prompts for homeschoolers
A dozen Thanksgiving writing prompts to inspire homeschool kids and teens!
Writing prompts about gratitude
Gratitude writing prompts help children and teens focus on the gifts of family, friends, and creation.
How to use writing prompts to teach homeschool writing & essays
Use writing prompts as a standalone tool or alongside your homeschool writing program.
Magical clothing writing prompts | Homeschool writing ideas
Fun writing prompts about magical hats, coats, shoes, and sunglasses help kids imagine wild adventures with surprising twists!
Make a cat comic strip | Homeschool printable writing prompt
Kids will love drawing a cat comic strip using only pictures and sound words like “purr,” “splat,” and “whiz”.
Persuasive essay prompts: Inspire homeschool teens to develop clear opinions
Persuasive essay prompts help teens develop clear opinions and strong supporting arguments.
State fair writing prompts for homeschool kids
From deep-fried foods to carousel rides, kids will explore all the excitement of a state fair!
How to describe nature | Homeschool printable writing prompt
Take a walk outside and observe your surroundings! This writing prompt encourages you to sharpen your observation skills and practice your descriptive writing!
Moon bounce! Homeschool printable writing prompt
Have a “blast” with this month’s printable writing prompt as you write about a trampoline bounce that goes terribly wrong!
6 writing prompts about movies | Homeschool middle school writing ideas
Students can write a review, create a memorable film character, plan a hero’s perfect weapon, and compare a movie to the original book.
Summer vacation writing prompts for homeschool kids
Imagine new adventures digging up dinosaur bones, heading to sports camp, or planning a staycation!