Elementary Writing Prompt Pack

Worksheet Description

This is a series of historical fiction writing prompts that were designed for elementary students.

Here are some sample prompts from this worksheet:

The Ancient Egyptian Diary – Imagine you are a child in ancient Egypt, and you’ve just found a mysterious, ancient diary by the Nile River. Each day you write in it, and the next morning, your words have been replaced by messages from the past. What stories from ancient times unfold, and what do you learn from this magical diary?

Dinosaur Neighbor – Waking up one morning, you find your town has been transported back to the time of the dinosaurs. The house next door is now home to a friendly Triceratops family. Write about your adventures as you get to know your new neighbors and explore this prehistoric world.

The Roman Coin – While playing in your backyard, you dig up an old Roman coin that has the power to transport anyone who holds it to ancient Rome. The next day at school, you and your best friend decide to give it a try. What happens during your day as Roman kids?

Revolutionary Friendship – It’s the American Revolution, and you discover that your best friend is a British spy. However, instead of reporting them, you decide to understand their perspective. Write a story about the adventures and lessons learned from this unexpected friendship.