Seventh grade… what a fun time full of changes, transition, and growth! For many students, seventh grade is an incredibly significant transitional year. Your students are becoming teenagers for the first time and officially leaving childhood behind, and they’re also beginning to think very seriously about where they’ll go to high school, who they’ll be […]
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6th Grade Writing Prompts
Writing Ideas for Sixth Graders— As they enter middle school and prepare to become teenagers, many sixth graders find themselves struggling to understand their emotions and to express their changing, unique personalities. It’s a tough time, for sure, but journaling can help students make sense of their experiences and reflect on who they are and […]
6th, 7th, 8th and 9th Grade Writing Prompts
The Presidential election is nearing—and for students who are just getting old enough to pay attention to the candidates and issues, the election provides a fantastic opportunity for learning and discussion. Whether your students lean Democrat, Republican, or Independent, it’s incredibly valuable for them to spend time considering their thoughts and opinions on who should […]
34 Writing Prompts Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
34 Writing Prompts for Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 — Journaling is a powerful activity for students and adults of all ages, but it is especially effective for young students who are still learning how to write and clearly articulate their thoughts and feelings on the page. When students write and reflect daily, […]
30 Expository Writing Prompts 4th Grade
New Expository Writing Prompts That Help 4th Graders Prepare for Middle School As students get older, teachers expect their writing to grow in both substance and in form. Fourth grade students who are preparing for middle school should write better sentences, paragraphs with clear ideas and a linear structure, and stories or essays that are informative […]
30 New 2nd Grade Writing Prompts
Second Grade Writing Prompts for Young Students Who are New to Writing — Journaling can be a refreshing practice for people of all ages, but it’s healing powers are harnessed especially well when the habit is developed early on. Students who begin journaling when they are very young are more likely to stick with it as […]