100 Creative Writing Exercises for 7 to 9 year olds

1. Imagine and write an interview with a superhero. Think of some interesting questions you would ask and answers that reflect your interviewee’s personality. Use the dialogue structure to write your interview.
2. Write a list of three things that make you feel brave and explain why you feel that way about doing those things.
3. The Bible says in Psalms 4:8 “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.” Write down, what this passage means and at what times you can apply it to your life.
4. Visualize a forest filled with candy trees, rivers of chocolate and sweet creatures. Draw this delightful place using bright colors and fun shapes.
5. Jane Goodall said “Studying chimpanzees has helped me understand, perhaps more than anything else, how different we are from them.” Explain how humans are different from chimpanzees.

← Meet: Jane Goodall

6. Choose a cartoon villain and write him a letter. Think of a reason to write to him: do you want to convince him to change his evil plans, express your admiration for his cunning, share your ideas for improving his evil plans, or perhaps challenge him to an intellectual duel?
7. Roll a die to choose a person from the list below; roll again to choose a place; roll one last time to choose an object. Write a story that includes these elements in unexpected ways.

8. If you could travel back in time, where would you go and why?
9. There is a popular saying, “Curiosity killed the cat.” Create a story in which a character receives the consequences of curiosity. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
10. Look at the following picture closely. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you observed.

11. Imagine and write a conversation with a zoo animal. Use the dialogue structure to write your conversation.
12. Create a cartoon that depicts an everyday scene in your life. It can be something related to family, friends, or daily activities.
13. The Bible says in Philippians 4:13 “For I can do all things through Christ, who gives me strength.” Write what this passage means and how you can apply it to your life.
14. Tell a funny story of a character who faces a small problem and solves it in a clever way.
15. Federico García Lorca said “Books! Books! Here is a magic word that is equivalent to saying “love, love”, and which people should ask for as they ask for bread”. Explain what you think this phrase means.

← Meet: Federico García Lorca

16. Write a poem about your mom.
17. Write the story of Cinderella from the perspective of one of the mice who helps make the dress.
18. What superpower would you like to have and explain how you would use it in your daily life?
19. There is a popular saying, “To the wrong step, make haste.” Create a story in which a character fails to follow this advice and receives the consequences. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
20. Look at the following picture in detail. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you have observed.

21. Choose a character from the past, and create an imaginary interview with questions and answers. Think of some interesting questions you would ask and answers that reflect your interviewee’s personality. Use the dialogue structure to write your interview.
22. Write a list of three things you would like to change in the world and explain why.
23. Make a summary or diagram of creation as told in the Bible in Genesis 1.
24. Visualize a bedroom that is part of a fantasy world, with strange creatures and castles. Draw it.
25. Florence Nightingale said, “Never miss an opportunity to start something no matter how small. For it is wonderful to see how often the mustard seed germinates and takes root.” Write down a list of some things that you could start doing, however small, that might later become something big or important.

← Meet: Florence Nightingale

26. Think of a person you admire and write them a letter.
27. Write a story where you are a detective and solve a mystery in your neighborhood.
28. Recall an answered prayer and write what you asked God for and what happened next. How you felt when God answered you. If you don’t have such a personal experience, write down a request you would like to make to God.
29. There is a popular saying that goes, “In bad weather, fair weather.” Make up a story about how a character faces challenges by following this advice. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
30. Look at the following picture in detail. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you have observed.

31. Imagine and write a conversation of a child with a favorite toy. Use the dialogue structure to write your conversation.
32. Write about something new you have recently learned and how you could use that knowledge.
33. The Bible says in Matthew 7:12 “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Write what this passage means and how you can apply it to your life.
34. Draw a little girl with long hair, a pink dress, and a stuffed animal in her arms.
35. Christopher Columbus said “You can never cross the ocean unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.” Explain what this sentence means and explain whether you agree or disagree.

← Meet: Christopher Columbus

36. Write a poem about your favorite color.
37. Write a story that includes somewhere the following sentence “If I had known what was going to happen, I never would have come.”
38. Write what kindness is and why it is important.
39. There is a popular saying, “He who does it, pays it.” Create a story in which a character does something wrong or challenging and faces the consequences of his or her actions. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
40. Look at the following picture in detail. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you have observed.

41. Imagine and write an interview with your mom. Think of some interesting questions you would ask her and answers that reflect your interviewee’s personality. Use the dialogue structure to write your interview.
42. Describe your study room. What does it look like? What is on the walls? What does the furniture look like?
43. The Bible says in Proverbs 19:20 “Get all the advice and instruction you can, that you may be wise for the rest of your life.” Write, what this passage means and how we can apply it to our lives.
44. Draw a sunny day in the park. Include children playing and green trees.
45. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart said “After God is Papa.” Explain, what you think this phrase means and whether you agree or disagree, and why.

← Meet: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

46. Write a thank you letter to someone who has done something special for you.
47. Rewrite the story of Goldilocks from the bear’s point of view. How did she feel when she discovered someone in her house?
48. Write about a biblical character you admire, and tell why you admire him or her.
49. There is a popular saying, “Do good, without looking at whom.” Create a story in which the character does something kind. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
50. Look at the picture below and write a detailed description of the image.

51. Write down what you think are the advantages or disadvantages of having a pet. After analyzing the pros and cons, write down the decision you would make between the two options.
52. Write a wish list for your next birthday.
53. The Bible says in Acts 20:35 “You must remember the words of the Lord Jesus, ‘There is more blessing in giving than in receiving.'” Write, what this passage means and at what times you can apply it to your life.
54. Draw a boy with glasses and a striped T-shirt who is playing in a park.
55. Neil Armstrong said the following words to describe what it felt like to be on the Moon “I didn’t feel like a giant, I felt like a dwarf.” Make a list of things that make you feel like a giant and another list of things that make you feel like a midget.

← Meet: Neil Armstrong

56. Write a poem about the night.
57. What would happen if toys came to life when children were not around? Write a story.
58. Write a list of things you are thankful for.
59. There is a popular saying, “Full belly, happy heart.” Create a story in which a character enjoys a delicious meal and experiences joy. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
60. Look at the following picture closely. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you have observed.

61. Imagine and write an interview with a cartoon villain. Think of some interesting questions you would ask and answers that reflect your interviewee’s personality. Use the dialogue structure to write your interview.
62. Write a list of three things that make you laugh a lot and explain why you find them funny.
63. The Bible says in Psalms 3:5 “I lay down and slept, but I awoke safely, because the Lord took care of me.” Write down, what this passage means and at what times you can apply it to your life.
64. Imagine a friend from outer space with glowing antennae and big, curious eyes. Draw this friendly alien using bright colors.
65. Antoni Gaudi said “One of the most beautiful things in life is to work at ease”. Explain, what you think this sentence means and whether you agree with Gaudi or not, and why.

← Meet: Antoni Gaudí

66. Choose a superhero and write him a letter. Think of a reason to write to him: Do you want to thank him for saving the world, express your admiration for his bravery, or maybe ask him for advice on how to fight the bad guys?
67. Write a story that begins with the phrase “That day was the most incredible day of my life…”
68. If you could travel to the future, how old would you like to be and why.
69. There is a popular saying, “Better safe than sorry.” Create a story in which a character follows this advice and avoids a problem. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
70. Look at the following picture in detail. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you have observed.

71. Make up a dialogue between a lion and a mouse.
72. Describe each member of your family.
73. The Bible says in Matthew 6:1 “Be careful! Do not do your good deeds in public so that others will admire you, for you will lose the reward of your Father, who is in heaven. ” Write down what this passage means and how you can apply it to your life.
74. Visualize an underwater bedroom. What would it be like if you could live underwater surrounded by fish and sea plants? Draw it.
75. Maria Montessori said “What the hand does, the mind remembers.” What do you think she meant? Would it be the same if instead of doing something by hand we did it on a computer? Explain.

← Meet: Maria Montessori

76. Write a poem to your pet.
77. Imagine you are a pirate in search of treasure. Write your story.
78. Write a list entitled: “These are my responsibilities for each week”.
79. There is a popular saying, “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.” Develop a story about the consequences of procrastinating and how to overcome this habit. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
80. Look at the following picture in detail. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you have observed.

81. Imagine and write an interview with one of your grandparents. Think of some interesting questions you would ask and answers that reflect your interviewee’s personality. Use the dialogue structure to write your interview.
82. Tell what your favorite movie or cartoon is and explain why.
83. The Bible says in Proverbs 17:17 “A friend loves at all times, and is like a brother in time of trouble.” Write, what this passage means and tell if you have any such friends or if you would like to have one.
84. Draw a cityscape on a rainy day. Depict tall buildings, people with umbrellas and puddles on the sidewalk.
85. Albert Einstein said “The mind is like a parachute. It only works if we have it open. Explain, what it means to have an open mind.

← Meet: Albert Einstein

86. Recall a fight you had with your sibling or a friend. Write a letter of apology.
87. Imagine that you have found a mysterious object that belongs to someone else. How do you find out who the owner is and what is the story behind the object?
88. Write what generosity is and why it is important.
89. There is a popular saying, “There is no shortcut, no work.” Create a story in which a character works hard and perseveres. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
90. Look at the picture below, and then make a detailed description. Remember to use your five senses in making the description.

91. Write down what you think are the advantages or disadvantages of eating vegetables. After analyzing the pros and cons, write down the decision you would make between the two options.
92. Write a list of three things that make you feel afraid and explain why they make you feel that way.
93. The Bible says in Acts 10:34-35 “Then Peter answered, ‘I see clearly that God does not show favoritism. In every nation, he accepts those who fear him and do what is right.” Write, what does this passage mean and how does it make you feel that God does not show favoritism.
94. A boy scout encounters a friendly monster. Draw the scene.
95. Plato said “Better a little that is well done, than a great deal that is imperfect.” Explain, what you think this sentence means and whether you agree or disagree with it and why.

← Meet: Plato

96. Write a poem about happiness.
97. Write the fable of the hare and the tortoise from the tortoise’s point of view. How did you prepare and plan to win the race?
98. Tell what your name means and why you were called that name.
99. There is a popular saying, “Prevention is better than cure.” Create a story in which the character did not follow this advice. If you don’t know what message or lesson this saying conveys, ask Mom or Dad.
100. Look at the following picture in detail. Let your imagination run wild and create a story from the picture you observed.