Journal writing is an important activity for elementary aged children. Journal writing provides necessary practice time for foundational writing skills and the lack of a mandated writing prompt can often be motivating. Given the freedom to express their own ideas, children will often respond with creative endeavors and imaginative stories.
However, sometimes those creative juices just are not flowing. Writer’s block is a real thing.
Having a difficult time fanning the flames of imagination when it is time for your child to sit down and write in his or her journal? We know that sometimes it can be difficult for children to think of a topic to journal about. When everything is an option, it is sometimes hard to narrow the field and think of a topic to write about. On those days when the fountain of inspiration has run dry, writing topic starters are of great benefit.
Our month-long idea guide is full of zany writing prompts that will provide ideas and inspiration for creative journal writing. Choose a few different ideas, or have your child try them all!