Our narrative writing prompts provide elementary students seasonal and holiday-themed narrative prompts! If you’re looking for an engaging resource to inspire K-5 students in their narrative writing journey, you’ve found it! These thoughtfully crafted prompts help students with the amazing ability to draw and write; you will witness your students transform into unstoppable writers!
Free Printable Creative Writing Prompts
Embark on a year-long storytelling journey with our comprehensive collection of narrative writing prompts made specifically for your K-5 students. Explore a range of fantastic printable prompt card sets, enhancing their fine motor skills and refining the art of handwriting. Get ready to witness your students’ writing abilities soar as they immerse themselves in these narrative writing prompts!
Creative Writing Prompts for Kids
These narrative writing prompts have been split by month and by grade level, making finding the perfect page for every season and every age group easy. We suggest printing the pages in color and on heavy-duty paper like card stock. Once printed, laminate, cut out, and add to a ring to use year after year! Looking for handwriting paper? Try our handwriting worksheets to pair with any of our writing prompts seen above in the photo.
September Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Printable narrative writing prompts for students in grades K-2. These prompts help support students with writing narrative stories – an important standard in elementary school.
- The first thing I do to get ready for school is…
- After school I like to…
- I am proud of myself when…
- If I was a bus driver…
- This year I want to…
- Write a story about a new friend you made in class.
- Three things do to get ready for school are…
- What do you do after school?
- Describe how you felt on the first day of school.
- To get ready for school, I always…
- In 2nd grade, I want to learn about…
- When I am in school, I like to…
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Designed for students in 3 grades: grade 3, 4, and 5. Kids will enjoy using these writing prompts to write narrative stories. Simply download, print, cut, and use! Perfect for homework, writing centers, and more!
- Write a story about a time you laughed really hard.
- Write a letter to your best friend. Tell them why they are your best friend.
- This year I am looking forward to…
- Write about a time you went to the library.
- Describe how you feel after school is over.
- Explain why you are proud of yourself.
- Describe a fun art project you have done. What made it fun?
- Something I am excited about in 4th grade is…
- Write a story about the last time you rode a school bus.
- What are three things you do every day after school?
- Describe one thing that makes you unique.
- Write about a time when you ate too much.
October Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K – 5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Grab these 12 excellent K-5 narrative writing prompts today! Perfect for writing centers, homework, and morning work writing practice, these printable task cards will make writing the month of October fun!
- This Halloween I am goin to dress up as a…
- Write a story about a time you carved a pumpkin.
- One thing I did last summer that I’ll never forget is…
- For Halloween, I am going to be…
- Write a story about the last time you got a haircut.
- Imagine what life would be like without the sun. Describe what it would be like.
- If I was a superhero, my superpower would be…
- Explain what it would be like to experience a day in the life of your teacher.
- Write a story about a time that you had a hard decision to make.
- Describe how you would feel if you were pumpkin about to be carved.
- Write a story about a time you were scared.
November Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
You can grab these engaging narrative writing prompts for your kindergarten and first-grade classrooms. These printable writing prompt task cards can be used in various ways and are sure to get even the most reluctant of writers excited about the writing process.
- What do you like to do with your family in November?
- Write about what you like to do on a rainy day.
- Write about a time you felt grateful.
- Write about a time you felt proud of yourself.
- Write about your favorite fall memory.
- What are you looking forward to in December?
- Write about a time you helped someone.
- Write about a time you shared with a friend.
- What are you thankful for?
- Three things I am thankful for are…
- What family traditions do you have? Explain.
- Describe something you are good at.
Grades 2-3 Narrative Writing Prompts
Printable writing prompt task cards for grades 2 and three. These writing prompts were created with your students and their hobbies in mind! November writing has never been so fun!
- I have always wanted to…
- Describe your favorite family tradition.
- Write a story about a. time you and your best friend had fun.
- Write about a time you had fun this fall.
- Write a story from the perspective of a leaf in the fall.
- Something I have always wanted to do is…
- November makes me feel…
- I think it would be fun to…
- What Thanksgiving traditions does your family have?
- I am grateful to be…
- I am most happy to be…
- Where do you go for Thanksgiving?
Grades 4-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Print and go! These writing prompt task cards are fun and engaging for your fourth and fifth-grade students! Sure to make your writing block fun again!
- Describe a time when someone help you. What did they do?
- I am destined for greatness. I know this because…
- A place I have always wanted to visit is…
- I cannot wait to…
- Tell a story about a magical adventure you have with your pet.
- Imagine you could travel to any place in the fall – where would you go and what would you do there?
- Write about a time when you discovered a hidden treasure in your backyard.
- Create a story about a day in the life of a friendly alien visiting Earth.
- Tell the tale of a superhero who has to save their school from a mischievous villain.
- Write about a. mysterious creature that lives in your local park and the adventures you have together.
- Imagine you could shrink down to the size of an ant – what adventures would you have in your own backyard?
- Tell a story about a magical book that transports you to different worlds when you open it.
December Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Free, printable narrative writing prompts for kindergarten, first, and second-grade students. Get your students excited about writing and help pass those long winter days leading up to break!
- Imagine you are a snowman. Write a story about your adventures.
- Write about a time you helped someone during the holidays.
- Write a story about a child who makes a special gift for their family.
- Describe what you put on your Christmas tree.
- Write about a time you made a holiday craft.
- Write about a time you visited Santa Claus.
- Write a letter to Santa telling him what you want for Christmas.
- Wire a letter to Santa Claus telling him what you would like for Christmas.
- Write about a time you gave a gift to someone else.
- Write about a special gift you have received. How did it make you feel?
- Imagine you find a secret door that leads to a new world inside your closet. Wire about your adventures in this winter wonderland.
- Write about one or four favorite December memories.
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Your third through 5th grade students will love these writing prompt task cards! Grab these narrative printable prompts today!
- Write a letter to your favorite holiday character (e.g. Rudolph, Frosty, the Grinch) and tell them why you admire them.
- Describe your family’s holiday traditions.
- Write a thank-you note to someone who has made you feel special recently.
- Imagine you are a snowflake. Write a story about your journey from the ky to the ground.
- Imagine you are an elf working in Santa’s workshop. Describe an average day in your life.
- Write a story from the perspective of Santa Claus.
- Describe your ideal winter vacation. Where would you go?
- Describe the best gift you ever received.
- Reflect on your favorite December holiday memory, sharing how the experience made you feel and what you learned from it.
- Write a short story that takes place on New Year’s Eve.
- If you were a snowflake, what kinds of things would you see?
- Write a story about a friendly snowman who comes to life on the coldest night of December and goes on an adventure to find a missing holiday ornament for his forest friends.
January Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Free, printable writing prompts for January. Write about MLK, the winter months, arctic animals, and more in K, 1, and 2 with these writing prompt task cards.
- 1, 2, 3, SNOWBALL FIGHT!
- Over winter break, I…
- Write about a time your sled took a wrong turn.
- Have you ever been ice skating? Write about the experience.
- I found a magical sled and I…
- When I was ice skating…
- When I was out sledding…
- My sled went racing down the hill and…
- The last time I was in a snowball fight, I…
- Write a story about what you did over winter break.
- What is your resolution for the rest of 3rd grade?
- What is the most exciting thing you did over winter break?
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Print these engaging January narrative writing prompts for your students. They are sure to be a hit in any 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade classroom.
- What is your favorite winter memory and why?
- Create a narrative about a winter animal’s journey to find food and shelter during the cold month of January.
- Write a letter to your future self, describing what you accomplished last year.
- What New Year’s resolutions have you made for this year?
- Write a letter to your favorite book character about what type of influence they have had on your life.
- Invent a tale about a snowflake that dreams of traveling the world and experiencing different climates before melting in January.
- Write a story about a snow day adventure with your friends in January. Including building snow forts and having snowball fights.
- Write a story about a New Year’s Eve party where everything goes wrong but ends up being the best celebration ever.
- Write a letter to your future self in 10 years. What do you hope to accomplish by then?
- Imagine you find a mysterious door hidden in the snow during January. Describe where it leads and what magical world you discover beyond it.
- Describe a family tradition that your protagonist and their family follow every January, like making a special dish or visit a certain place.
- Write a story about a January adventure where your protagonist discovers a hidden ice palace in the heart of the forest and meets its magical inhabitants.
February Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Printable narrative writing prompts for students in grades K-2. These prompts help support students with writing narrative stories – an important standard in elementary school.
- I wish my teacher knew…
- I have always wanted to…
- Write about a time you felt your heart race.
- Write a letter to someone you love/look up to.
- Write a story about the best day ever.
- Write about one thing you’d like to change that would make you a better person.
- Write a friendly letter to a teacher at your school.
- Sometimes I wish I were tall enough to…
- I was walking down the street when I saw…
- You just won $100. What will you spend the money on?
- What are three things you are grateful for today?
- One way that I am weird and wonderful is…
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Students in grades 3-5 will enjoy using these writing prompts to write narrative stories. Simply download, print, cut, and use! Perfect for homework, writing centers, and more!
- Today is leap day. How would you like to spend this extra day?
- Write about a time when you were proud of yourself.
- I am afraid of…
- Write a letter to someone who you look up to.
- Tell the story of a mix-up where two classmate accidentally swap their V-Day cards.
- Create a narrative from the perspective of a groundhog on Groundhog’s Day.
- write a story about what your pet does while you are gone all day.
- Write a story about a chid who receives a Valentine’s card with no name.
- You are 100 years old. Write a story about what you experienced in. your lifetime.
- Describe a cozy sleepover with friends during a snowstorm.
- Invent a tale about the secret adventures of a pet belonging to on elf the U.S. presidents.
- Write a story about a family vacation gone wrong.
March Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Grab these 12 excellent K-5 narrative writing prompts today! Perfect for writing centers, homework, and morning work writing practice, these printable task cards will make writing the month of March fun!
- I didn’t wear green on St. Patrick’s Day and…
- Write a thank you letter to someone.
- Write a letter to a friend. Make sure to tell them why you appreciate them.
- Write about a visiting a National Park.
- Imagine you make it to the end of a rainbow. What do you see?
- Write a story about a time that you were playing an instrument and something crazy happened.
- Do you play an instrument? If yes, which one? If not, which one would you like to play?
- Write a story about what it would be like to play the drums in a band.
- Imagine a tale about a. group of friends who build a Time Machine out of cardboard boxes and travel back to a snowy March day in the past.
- Write a story about a leprechaun who loses his pot of gold and goes on an adventure before St. Patrick’s Day.
- Create a narrative about a. young explorer who discovers a magical portal to a mysterious world hidden within a rainstorm.
- Write a friendly letter to your siblings about why you love them.
April Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Check out our amazing K-5 narrative writing prompts for the month of April! They make writing fun and engaging for students of all ages!
- My family’s easter traditions include…
- On April Fool’s Day, I fooled my mom by…
- Write about your pet (or a pet you wish you had).
- A garden can grow many things. Write about what you would grow if you had your own garden.
- This Easter I plan to…
- How many holidays do you celebrate? What are they?
- Write a story about a time you were swimming at the beach.
- This April Fool’s Day I want to prank my teacher by…
- Write a story about the last time you failed at something.
- Describe what the perfect beach day would include.
- While playing at the beach, I found a message in a bottle and it said…
- Write a story about a holiday with your family.
May Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
12 engaging K-5 narrative writing prompts today! Perfect for writing centers, homework, and morning work writing practice, these printable task cards will make writing the month of March fun!
- If I could relive any day in second grade, it would be…
- The best thing that happened this year was…
- Last night, my taco started talking to me and…
- Describe a time when you were sad. What happened?
- Write about a time that felt amazing.
- Describe a time when you felt like a hero, even if it was just for a small moment.
- Describe something very hard for you to do. what helped you through it?
- If I had a shark, I would…
- Write a story about competing in a pizza-eating contest.
- Describe a time when you felt scared.
- Imagine a tale about a lost puppy who finds a new home with a kind family.
- Write about a time that you struggled with something.
June Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Printable narrative writing prompts for students in grades K-2 during June. These prompts help support students with writing narrative stories – an important standard in elementary school.
- Write a story about a visit to the beach.
- I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw _____ on the beach.
- Write a silly story about a. time you bit into a piece of watermelon.
- I went fishing and caught a giant…
- Every Friday night my family…
- This summer I…
- Write about a time you went to the lake.
- My family has a tradition of…
- Write a story about a day you went hiking in the woods.
- Write a letter to a family member.
- Write about a time you lost something important to you. What happened?
- Write a story about the strangest thing that has happened to you.
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Students in grades 3-5 will enjoy using these writing prompts to write narrative stories during June. Simply download, print, cut, and use! Perfect for homework, writing centers, and more!
- Write a story about the last time you went fishing. Did you catch anything?
- Every summer my family likes to…
- Write a story about a time you felt really nervous.
- Write a silly story about your parents burning dinner.
- Write a story about swimming in the ocean. What kinds of animals do you see?
- Describe what you would do on the hottest day of the year.
- Write a silly story about biting into a watermelon and finding a…
- Write a story about a time you were sick in the summer.
- Write a story about a time you family took a vacation.
July Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Free, printable writing prompts for July. Write about the summer, beach days, and more in K, 1, and 2 with these writing prompt task cards.
- Write a story about a time you were stung by a bee.
- The bravest thing I have ever done was…
- Describe three things you like doing in the summer.
- You are lost in the woods. What is the one thing you’d want with you?
- In the summer, I like to…
- It’s a rainy summer day. Describe what you would do inside.
- Write a funny story about a summer vacation gone wrong.
- When I am nervous I…
- If you were a bee, what would you daily life look like?
- Write a story about day in the life of a bee.
- Explain what your family does to celebrate the 4th of July holiday.
- Write a story about a time you went to summer camp.
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Download, print, cut, and use! Perfect for homework, writing centers, and more! In grades 3-5, students will LOVE using these writing prompts to write narrative stories.
- Pretend you’re a teacher on summer break. What do you do every day?
- Write a story about a time you were scared.
- Write a story about a time you cried.
- Describe a week-long adventure at a summer camp in the summer and lessons learned by the campers.
- When out camping, a snake slithers by you. What do you do?
- I could never imagine my life without…
- Write a story about a missing fireworks display and you are the detective solving the mystery.
- Take your readers on a journey through the excitement of rides, and delicious treats as a kid.
- This summer my teacher is going to have a picnic and cook…
- Tell about a day trip to a national park where you find unexpected adventures along the trails and unexpected adventures along the trails.
- Write about a family’s cross-country road trip during the summer as they drive across the country.
- Tell the story of a group of neighborhood kids who stumble upon a hidden garden and discover magic through dirt tunnels.
August Narrative Writing Prompts
Grades K-2 Narrative Writing Prompts
Free, printable writing prompts for August. Your students can write about summer ending, the anticipation of school, and so much more more in K, 1, and 2 with these writing prompt task cards.
- When I woke up this morning, I…
- My family likes to…
- Write a story about a. new friend you made this summer.
- Imagine you could visit any place in the world. Write about where you would go and what you would do.
- Write a story about the time you went to a carnival.
- My family and I traveled to…
- My teacher always…
- In the morning I like to…
- Write a story about a time that your grandparent(s) came to visit.
- Every morning, I…
- Write a story about a time you saw something funny.
- Write a story about a time your family went to the zoo.
Grades 3-5 Narrative Writing Prompts
Students in grades 3-5 will enjoy using these writing prompts to write narrative stories. Download, print, cut, and use! Perfect for homework, writing centers, and more!
- Write a letter to your best friend about what you did this summer.
- The first thing I do when I get up is…
- If you were to visit another planet, what do you think you’d see?
- Write a story about a t time when your mom woke you up too early.
- Write a story about going to the fair.
- Write a letter to a friend you bet on vacation.
- Tell a story about a day at the water park where you and your friends go on exciting water slides and have unexpected adventures.
- Write a narrative about a magical ice cream truck that appears in your neighborhood during the hottest day of the summer, offering flavors that can transport you to different places.
- Write about a. time when you ate something gross. What was it?
- Create a story about a friendly competition among your classmates to build the coolest and most imaginative sandcastle on the beach during summer vacation.
- Create a tale about a group of animals who go on a quest to save their forest from destruction.
- Write a letter to your teacher. Explain why you are excited for this school year.
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