At A Grade Ahead, winter is definitely in the air! While our programs run year-round, we know that this time of year can be a time of great excitement, with holiday celebrations in full swing for many. With cold temperatures and snowy conditions, it can be a great time to think of ways to keep your child engaged with indoor activities. In the spirit of the season, why not try one (or more) of these writing prompts? Make it a family affair and share your responses with each other when you are done.
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Writing Prompts for 4-7 Year Olds
If your child is unable to write independently, don’t worry! Have them tell you their response verbally and write it for them if you wish.
- You have a snow day! What happens when you go outside to play? Use your imagination!
- You wake up in a magical forest. Who do you meet? What happens while you are there?
- Think of words that rhyme. If you want, write a poem with some of the words!
| · Coat → __________
· Cold → __________ · Grin → __________ · Light → __________ · Sled → __________ |
· Snow→ __________
· Hat → __________ · Ice → __________ · Sweet → __________ · Tree → __________ |
Did you know that A Grade Ahead offers programs for children in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and 1st grade?
Writing Prompts for 8-12 Year Olds
- What is your favorite holiday or tradition? Think of it and write about it in as much detail as possible.
- One snowy night, you wake up and see a glowing light outside of your window signaling to you. You decide to follow it. What happens next? Use your imagination!
- Write a poem about the best snow day ever. It can rhyme, but it doesn’t have to.
A Grade Ahead may be the perfect fit for your elementary school student. We offer programs for 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students!
Writing Prompts for 13+
- Describe the perfect holiday or winter day. Think about it in detail from the moment you wake up to the time you go to bed. Try to make the reader feel immersed in the day as you experience it!
- Invent your own holiday celebrity (e.g. Santa Claus, Frosty the Snowman, etc.). Describe them, their universe, and a typical day in their life.
- Write a poem about winter. For an extra challenge, have the poem span the start of winter to the beginning of spring. How does the season change as it goes on?
A Grade Ahead does not forget about our older students, offering programs for those in 7th grade, 8th grade, and high school!
What do you think? Is your child interested in creative writing? Which prompt are you excited to dive into? We would love to hear from you or see your creations in the comments!
Looking for even more? Why not check out how to get started on writing in this blog post, or check out our creative writing corner series!
Author: Emily Karth, Curriculum Manager at A Grade Ahead
