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Summer Writing Prompts: 100 Ideas to Write All Summer Long

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Summer is the perfect time and season to practice writing and let it feel more like play than work. Today, I've collected a list of summer writing prompts: enough to write one per day of the season! 

A few summers ago, I led summer writing camps for kids called Write Camp. It was a blast helping kids of all ages get their fantastical ideas down on paper. My sister signed up my nephew, even though he was a reluctant third grade writer at the time. She wasn't sure he'd even participate.

I assured her that the no-pressure, fun environment would help him imagine writing in a new way, and that he would finish the summer with a story or two and a new understanding of writing.

I'm happy to report I was right! He and his fellow write campers all finished stories and left feeling more confident in their writing skills. 

Sometimes we spend so much time trying to get students to write correctly that we drain all the fun out of it. We forget that the first step to becoming a strong writer is to actually write. Try these summer writing prompts to help you (or a young writer in your life!) have some writing fun.

Summer journal prompts

If you keep a journal like me, try one of these prompts for some quick summer journaling. 

1. Describe the perfect summer day from beginning to end. What activities would you engage in and why?

2. Write about a memorable vacation or summer road trip. What made it special and why do you still remember it?

3. Share your favorite summer recipe. Include the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. How does it remind you of summer?

4. Write about a summer adventure you would like to experience. It could be something daring or out of your comfort zone. Why does it intrigue you?

5. Describe a summer tradition or ritual that you and your family or friends have. What makes it meaningful and how does it enhance your summer experience?

6. Write about a time when you felt completely relaxed during the summer.

7. Share your favorite summer read or book recommendation.

8. Write about a summer hobby or activity that brings you joy. How did you discover this hobby, and how does it make your summer more fulfilling?

9. Describe a summer sunset or sunrise that left a lasting impression on you. What were the colors like, and how did the scene make you feel?

10. Write about a summer project or goal you have set for yourself. How do you plan to accomplish it, and what impact do you hope it will have on your summer?

11. Share a list of your favorite summer songs or a summer playlist. Why do these songs resonate with you, and how do they enhance your summer vibe?

12. Write about a summer friendship that has played a significant role in your life. How did you meet, and what makes this friendship special?

Summer story starters

Use one of these sentence starters to get your own story off and running!

13. The sun-drenched beach was bustling with laughter and the sound of crashing waves until…

14. In the sleepy seaside town, 

15. As the ice cream truck jingled its way down the neighborhood streets, a group of friends suddenly noticed…

16. The sweltering heat seemed unbearable until…

17. Deep in the forest, a group of campers stumbled upon a hidden waterfall, sparking…

18. In a small coastal village, a young girl discovered a message in a bottle, and…

19. The couple stood in the field of sunflowers when they noticed…

20. At the annual summer fair, a shy teenager accepts a dare to visit a fortune teller who…

21. The fireflies danced in the warm night air, illuminating the path leading to…

22. On a remote island, a group of siblings stumbled upon an old map that led them to…

23. As the summer storm unleashed its fury, a group of teenagers sought refuge in an abandoned mansion, only to discover…

Summer travel prompts

24. Imagine you're on a tropical island paradise. Describe the crystal-clear waters, palm trees swaying in the breeze, and the sensation of warm sand between your toes.

25. Create a travel itinerary for a road trip along the scenic coastal highway, complete with stops at charming seaside towns and breathtaking viewpoints.

26. You've just arrived in a bustling city known for its vibrant street markets and cultural landmarks. Write about your first impressions and the unique experiences you encounter.

27. Picture yourself hiking through a majestic national park, surrounded by towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. Describe the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.

28. You've decided to embark on a backpacking adventure across Europe. Write about the different cities you visit, the diverse cultures you experience, and the unforgettable people you meet along the way.

29. Imagine exploring a historical city filled with ancient ruins and architectural wonders. Describe the rich history and cultural significance of the landmarks you encounter.

30. You're on a gastronomic journey, discovering the flavors and culinary delights of a foreign country. Write about the mouthwatering dishes, local specialties, and the joy of indulging in new tastes.

31. Picture yourself lounging on a luxurious cruise ship, sailing through turquoise waters and visiting exotic islands. Describe it!

32. You've decided to embark on a backpacking trip through a dense rainforest. Write about the vibrant biodiversity, the sounds of exotic creatures, and the sense of adventure as you navigate through the wilderness.

33. Imagine staying at a cozy mountain lodge, surrounded by mountain peaks and alpine meadows in full summer bloom.

34. You've chosen to visit a remote village tucked away in the countryside. Write about it!

35. Picture yourself on a safari in the African savannah, surrounded by majestic wildlife. Describe all you see.

Summer setting prompts

While some of these overlap with other prompts, use these to practice sensory details and setting. 

36. Describe the feeling of sinking your toes into warm, soft sand on a sunny beach during the peak of summer.

37. Paint a vivid picture of a vibrant summer sunset, capturing the hues of orange, pink, and purple that streak across the sky.

38. Describe the refreshing sensation of jumping into a crystal-clear pool or lake on a scorching summer day, highlighting the coolness against your skin.

39. Depict the sights, sounds, and scents of a bustling farmers' market in the summertime, with rows of colorful fruits and vegetables, the chatter of vendors, and the aroma of freshly baked goods.

40. Portray the atmosphere of a lively summer festival, showcasing the lively music, energetic crowds, and a kaleidoscope of vibrant decorations and food stalls.

41. Describe the lush greenery and delicate blossoms of a summer garden, emphasizing the fragrance of blooming flowers and the buzzing of bees among the petals.

42. Paint a picture of a tranquil summer morning in the countryside, capturing the mist rising from the fields, the chirping of birds, and the gentle rustle of leaves in the breeze.

43. Depict the scene of a family picnic in a park.

44. Describe the exhilaration of a thrilling roller coaster ride at a busy theme park, conveying the anticipation, adrenaline rush, and exhilarating twists and turns.

45. Portray the charm of a quaint seaside town, highlighting the pastel-colored houses, the aroma of freshly caught seafood, and the sound of seagulls soaring overhead.

Childhood summer prompts

46. Recall a favorite childhood summer memory and describe it in vivid detail, from the sights and sounds to the emotions you felt.

47. Write about your most treasured summer toy or activity from your childhood. What made it special, and why did you enjoy it so much?

48. Describe a fun summer activity you did with your friends (or family) when you were younger. What did you do, and how did it strengthen your bond?

49. Write about the excitement and anticipation you felt as summer vacation approached each year. What were some of the activities you looked forward to the most?

50. Recall a summer camp experience from your childhood. Describe the camp setting, the activities you participated in, and the friendships you formed.

51. Write about a summer tradition that was unique to your family when you were a child. What made it special, and how did it create lasting memories?

52. Describe a magical summer night from your childhood. Were there fireflies lighting up the sky or a mesmerizing display of stars? How did it make you feel?

53. Recall a day of summer when you discovered something new and exciting, whether it was a hidden spot in your neighborhood or a fascinating creature in nature. Describe the moment of discovery.

54. Write about a summer project or hobby you pursued as a child. How did it ignite your creativity?

55. Describe a favorite summer treat from your childhood, whether it was a refreshing ice cream flavor or a homemade dessert. 

56. Recall a summer book or story that captivated your imagination as a child. Describe the characters, the setting, and the emotions it evoked.

57. Write about a summer family vacation you took as a child. Describe the experience.

Summer poetry prompts

Maybe you want to try your hand at poetry this summer! Remember that poetry thrives on precise word choices that convey concrete images and emotion. Practice playing with specificity! 

58. Write an acrostic poem capturing the essence of summer, one word or phrase per letter S-U-M-M-M-E-R.

59. Craft a poem that explores the energy of a beach on a hot summer day.

60. Write a poem inspired by the scent of freshly cut grass and the feeling of bare feet on the lawn.

61. Reflect on the beauty of a blooming flower in the summer heat.

62. Create a poem that embodies the freedom and exhilaration of riding a bicycle through winding country roads.

63. Write a poem that paints a vivid picture of a summer storm.

64. Craft a poem that explores the enchantment of a starlit sky on a clear summer night, evoking a sense of wonder and awe.

65. Reflect on the simple pleasure of enjoying a juicy slice of watermelon or peach on a hot summer day.

66. Write a poem inspired by the sound of children's laughter echoing through a park.

67. Capture the serenity and tranquility of a lazy afternoon spent swinging in a hammock, embracing the leisurely pace of summer.

68. Create a sonnet about your favorite flavor of ice pop.

69. Reflect on the feel of running through a sprinkler or a summer rain.

70. Write a poem inspired by the rhythm and energy of a summer music festival.

71. Craft a poem that explores the nostalgia of chasing fireflies in the twilight.

72. Reflect on the passage of time and the bittersweet feeling of summer's end.

73. Write a poem inspired by the sand on a beach towel.

74. Build a haiku about something that reminds you of summer in nature. (For haiku help, go here .)

75. Write a poem about missing out on a treasured summer tradition and what you had to do instead. 

Summer adventure story ideas

76. Two best friends embark on a sailing adventure, exploring remote islands, encountering marine wildlife, and discovering the true meaning of friendship.

77. In a sleepy beach town, a young artist finds inspiration in the local community and stages an unforgettable summer art exhibition.

78. During a summer internship at a renowned museum, a curious teenager stumbles upon a secret society dedicated to preserving the city's forgotten history, and becomes entangled in a dangerous adventure to protect its secrets from falling into the wrong hands.

79. A group of adventurous kids forms a secret club and embarks on a mission to solve a series of mysterious events plaguing their neighborhood during summer break.

80. A teenager moves to a new town at the end of the school year, and gets a summer job, but they had no idea what they were in for.

81. A retired rock-climber and expedition leader ventures into the wilderness on a solo expedition, testing their survival skills, and hoping to prove their fitness. 

82. A mischievous pair of siblings embark on a mission to solve a local legend, leading them to uncover a hidden treasure and restore the town's forgotten history.

83. Two best friends stumble upon a time-traveling device during a summer camping trip, taking them on an extraordinary journey through different historical eras.

84. A young street performer with extraordinary talents finds herself caught up in a whirlwind adventure when she catches the attention of a mysterious talent scout, leading her on a journey through the city's vibrant arts scene and unexpected encounters.

85. A group of neighbors form a detective club and set out to solve a series of mysterious disappearances in their city during the sweltering summer days, uncovering a hidden criminal network.

Fun summer lists

For this final set of summer writing prompts, I challenge you to make a quick list on each prompt and see what ideas emerge. 

86. Make a list of the top ten best (or worst!) things about visiting a water park.

87. Outline the most essential qualities needed for a summer camp counselor. (Consider how this might be different if kids made the list? HA!)

88. List the ten most fun outdoor games to play during summer.

89. What are the best treats to have during hot summer months? Ice cream? Ice pops? Mojitos? (for those of age, of course!)

90. Essential wardrobe staples for summer. (Again, this would be interesting to compile for different types and ages of people!)

91. Make a list of the top ten best or worst places to visit in the summer.

92. Best movies to watch during the summer. 

93. A deserted island packing list.

94. Best or worst things to ride/ eat/ play at an amusement park or state fair. 

95. Favorite summer swimming holes.

96. List your top ten songs about summer. (Put on a few for inspiration!)

97. Favorite summer snack foods for road trips. 

98. Summer holidays ranked. (Challenge level: look up the summer holidays in a different country!)

99. List the ten essential components of a dream summer break.

100. Ten must-see hikes or waterfalls or parks in your area—perfect for a summer outing!

Summer writing prompts: now you try! 

Give these summer-themed writing prompts a try and see if you don't find yourself enjoying these warm summer days even more!

Which prompt above brings back summer memories for you? Share in the comments . 

Choose one of the prompts above and set your timer for 15 minutes . Write as quickly as you can, playing with the ideas and language. Don't overthink it. 

When finished, share your practice in the Pro Practice Workshop here . And take a look at few other writers' work too, leaving an encouraging word. Not a member? We'd love to have you along this summer! Check it out here . 

Sue Weems is a writer, teacher, and traveler with an advanced degree in (mostly fictional) revenge. When she’s not rationalizing her love for parentheses (and dramatic asides), she follows a sailor around the globe with their four children, two dogs, and an impossibly tall stack of books to read. You can read more of her writing tips on her website .

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12 Summer Creative Writing Prompts To Get Your Kids Writing Over Summer

Summer holidays can be so exciting at first, with so many things to do and so many places to go. But as the weeks go by or even after a few days they can get a little boring! If you find your child getting bored, take a look at these 12 summer creative writing prompts to get your kids writing this summer. It is important to keep your child’s mind busy over the holidays with quick writing tasks to develop their creativity and writing skills. It is even more important to create a nice balance between work and time to relax. We don’t want to bore them with long writing assignments and we don’t want them sitting at their desks all day long. Therefore we encourage the child to go outside with a clipboard when trying out these summer creative writing prompts. And to work with their friends and family members to develop ideas and to write together.

Why not take part in our online summer writing challenge – New summer-related prompts are added daily!

Summer Creative Writing Prompts for Kids

• You find a messenge in a bottle washed up on a shore. What do you do?
• Create a bucket list of everything you want to achieve this summer holiday.
• We all heard the legend of mermaids and the loch ness monster. But can you write your own legend about a mysterious sea creature? Does this creature still exist? How did it once live? What happened to it?
• If summer was a person, who would it be? Describe their appearance, their personality and what would they like to do?
• You’re on the beach collecting seashells. You then hear a calm whisper from one of the seashells. It whispers, “Come, find me…” What do you do next?
• Keep a journal of everything you have done during your summer holidays. You can write in your journal daily or weekly. And write about your feelings, what you did, what made you happy, what made you sad and anything else. You can even include drawings and photographs.
• Write a limerick about the summer sun. Remember a limerick is a funny poem, which normally ends with a surprising ending. See our post on how to write a limerick.
• Feeling bored? Create a word cloud with as many words relating to summer. See the example of a summer word cloud below.
• Write a shape poem about the summer. Take a look at our Alice in the Wonderland inspired shape poetry for inspiration.
• Did you read anything interesting over the summer? Write a book review. What did you like about the book? What would you change? And out of 5 stars and how much would you rate it?
• Create your own newspaper company. Pretend you are the top reporter at this company and write articles about anything interesting you heard and saw around your town, on the TV or in a magazine. You can even release a new issue of your newspaper every week or every day!
• Start your own comic. Think of your main character and start designing away. Take a look at our tips for creating your first comic strip here .

For more summer writing ideas, see our mega list of over 72 summer writing prompts !

What are your thoughts on these summer prompts?

We hope these summer creative writing prompts encourage your children to get writing over the summer holidays. Do you have any more ideas for writing prompts for kids? Let us know your thoughts in the comment below.

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Summer Writing Prompts: 35+ Ideas to Get You Started

One of the worst things about being an adult is you can't take summers off from work (unless you're a teacher, I suppose). The last day of school before summer vacation was always brimming with possibilities. The seemingly endless days of summer stretched out before you like a sparkling river under a tire swing.

But even for adults, there's plenty of fun to be had in summer. And it's some of that magic we're tapping into with the summer writing prompts below. 

• How to make the most of the writing prompts.
• A list of writing prompts to choose from.
• Tips for vetting your story idea.

Table of contents

• Choose a Writing Skill to Strengthen
• Form a Writing Habit
• Disassemble Writer's Block
• Summer Writing Prompts
• Will Your Story Sell?

Tips for Using the Writing Prompts Below

Writing prompts have a great many uses. But like any tool, it helps to know how to use them for whatever it is you want to accomplish. The quick tips below are by no means mandatory, but they may be able to help you get the most out of these summer writing prompts. 

In On Writing by Stephen King, the Master of Horror talks about how the various aspects of writing are like tools in the writer's toolbox. Some you will naturally be proficient with, while others will require a bit more practice before you can master them. This is where writing prompts can be incredibly helpful. Choose one or more “tools” from the list below and then focus on it (or them) with a writing prompt.  

• Character Development – There's an art to crafting round characters and satisfying character arcs. By focusing on these aspects, you can strengthen these skills. 
• Action – Action scenes can be hard to write without confusing the reader. That's why practice makes perfect. 
• Point of View – There are nuances to understand when it comes to POV, so choosing one you're not necessarily comfortable with can help improve your use of POV. 
• Dialogue – Compelling dialogue is one of the hardest things to pull off. But if you work at it, you'll get better. 
• Show, Don't Tell – Showing how a character is feeling through their actions, mannerisms, dialogue, and the use of subtext can be hard to master, but it's certainly not impossible. 

It can be hard to write every day on a large project like a novel or a nonfiction book. But if there's one thing professional writers have in common, it's that they write every day—or at least regularly. Unfortunately, creating a writing habit is easier said than done. But by using writing prompts to get you excited to sit down at the computer every day, you can ingrain the habit in a matter of weeks. 

This is also a good way of getting warmed up to tackle your work in progress. By writing a few hundred words (or even just a paragraph) on a writing prompt, you can get the words flowing before moving on to your current work in progress. 

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If the words just don't want to come, a writing prompt could be the ticket through writer's block . By starting on a story that you're not as invested in, you can unleash your creativity and get back on track. 

The key here is to really let yourself get creative with the prompt. You may even want to go so far as to write in a completely different genre than your work in progress. If you're writing a romance, try instead doing a horror short story. If you're writing a gritty thriller, try a goofy mystery. Or forget all about genre and just go with stream-of-consciousness writing!

Boost your creative writing skills with these summer story prompts. 

1. Write about a whirlwind romance that only takes place over the summer months. 

2. Write a story in which a group of teenagers working at an amusement park must solve the murder of a mysterious Jane Doe that wound up dead in the food court. 

3. Write about a character who experiences a summer that's both the best and worst of their life. 

4. The world is about to end, and humanity collectively agrees to take the last summer off. What happens during the last months before the apocalypse?

5. Start your story with a child going missing from a summer camp. 

6. Set your story at a summer camp for adults. 

7. Write about a small group of students dreading summer break. Why do they fear it? What happens in their town during summer that is so frightful?

8. Explore the origins of a strange summer tradition one family practices every year. 

9. Think of your favorite summer memory and write a story in which a character experiences that for the first time. 

10. Write about a group of kids who have summer activities planned but they keep getting interrupted before they can enjoy them. 

11. Write about a character whose favorite thing about summer is the heat. 

12. It's the first day of summer vacation and a group of friends decides to run away from home to live in the woods. Explore this from the point of view of both the kids and their parents. 

13. Write about a crime that happens on July 4th during the fireworks display. The town's only detective—brand new to the area—has to solve the case. 

14. Write about a second-grade teacher who decides to hitchhike to Woodstock in the summer of 1969. 

15. Write a thriller story about a family on summer vacation when they're held hostage by two desperate criminals. 

16. Write a horror story about a hot summer day that just keeps getting hotter and hotter. How would people survive? What could they do to escape the heat?

17. Start your story with a young writer for the school newspaper witnessing a crime committed by the principal on the last day of the school year. 

18. See if you can convey the magic of summer fun with a story about kids without a care in the world trying to make the most out of their summer in small-town America. 

19. Begin your story with a character getting an anonymous note that says, “Contact me when summer starts.”

20. Write a story that takes place exclusively on the three major summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. 

21. Start your story with a water balloon fight that soon gets out of control. 

22. Write about a character who sets out to do 100 random acts of kindness during her summer. 

23. Pick a summer activity you love and write about characters doing that activity when they're interrupted by something completely unexpected. 

24. Write an acrostic poem about the joys of summer. These types of poems are great for creative thinking and expanding your vocabulary.  

25. Tell the story of a character's summer vacation through a series of their blog posts. This type of epistolary story is great for character development!

26. Set your story on a beach near a bonfire. A fight breaks out, and one of the fighters is your protagonist!

27. Write about two groups of kids with rival lemonade stands trying to outdo each other. 

28. Your protagonist gets a summer job at a local resort. But he soon finds out that something shady is going on at the resort, and he may have seen too much. 

29. A small town's summer festival goes awry when nearly all the attendees are drugged. When the dust settles, someone's dead. But who's to blame?

30. A group of once-tight-knit friends gets together after many years apart. The idea is to reconnect over the summer, but one member of the group has an ulterior motive. And it's not a nice one.

31. A group of strangers boards a small boat for a trip to a secluded island resort. But a summer storm lands these vacationing strangers on a deserted island. They must learn to work together—or pay the ultimate price.  

32. Your protagonist is a camp counselor at a summer camp that has been closed since some awful murders happened there. It soon becomes clear that something strange is happening again. . .

33. Write about three competitive friends who participate in a summer scavenger hunt that sends them all over New England. 

34. Write about a family staying at a cabin when the high temperatures and low moisture cause a forest fire. They must escape, but that's easier said than done. 

35. When a young girl is upended and moved across the country during the summer, she befriends an old woman who has been shunned by the town. What does she learn about herself and the world by starting this friendship?

I hope these writing prompts are to your liking! Whether you use one of the creative writing prompts as a story starter or a creative writing activity, the important thing is getting the words down. 

That said, I encourage you to use them however you like. While not every writer wants to sell their work, there are plenty who do. And if you're one of them, then it's a good idea to see if there's a niche audience for your story. This is easily done with Publisher Rocket . 

This tool can compress what would otherwise take hours of research on Amazon into just minutes, helping you identify ideal markets for your book. Once you find a niche market, it can help you position your book for success when you do publish. With Publisher Rocket, you get insights directly from Amazon on:

• Keywords – Metadata to position your book on Amazon.
• Competition – Allowing you to see what's selling and how stiff the competition is.
• Categories – So you know where people who are looking for books like yours go to find them.
• Amazon Ads – Helps you quickly configure a list of profitable keywords for running ads for your novel, novella, or short story collection.

Best of all, it’s easy to use and comes with quick little videos to get you started. Check out Publisher Rocket here .

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100 Summer Writing Prompts

by Holly Riddle

Itching for summer to arrive? Dreaming of warmer days? Or, maybe, you find yourself already in the heat of summer and you’ve got some extra time on your hands. Maybe you’re lounging by the swimming pool or you’re bored at your job. Maybe you’re trying to brush up on your creative writing skills before school starts.

If you’re trying to get some writing done this summer, but you’re not sure what you want to write about, you’ve come to the right place. Below, you’ll find a whopping 100 summer writing prompts to kickstart your creativity ranging from journaling prompts to poetry prompts, creative writing prompts to fiction and short story prompts. Whatever your preferred style, you’ll find something to inspire.

Summer journal prompts

1. What are your goals for this summer? Write them down and, more specifically, write down why those are your goals. What do you hope they give you? What inspired them? See where your words take you.

2. What is your all-time favorite summer memory from summers past? Write it down in as much detail as possible.

3. How do you imagine the beginning of your summer and the end of your summer will differ? Write it down and then look back later to see how right or wrong you were.

4. How does your life change during the summer? Do you live in a new location, change jobs, have more fun with friends, or just get outside more? How do these changes impact you on an emotional or mental level?

5. What is your favorite thing about summer? How could you take that fun thing you love and extend it forward to last the whole year? Brainstorm and write it down.

Summer poetry prompts

6. Explore a new-to-you form of poetry this summer. Find a poem in that style and then try writing your own version on the same topic.

7. Love setting writing goals or writing challenges for yourself? Challenge yourself to write one poem each day or week, with the poem reflecting something that happened that day or week.

8. How can you best bottle the feeling of summer in a poem? See what happens when you limit yourself to fewer words.

9. Personify summer as person in a poem.

10. Grab a piece of summer-related ephemera (think newspaper clippings, event flyers, etcetera) and make erasure poetry, blacking out text on the page to create a whole new work of art.

Summer holiday and event prompts

11. Memorial Day kicks off the summer season for many. Think about the meaning of Memorial Day and who you might remember. Write about them in a poem, short story, or essay.

12. Write a story that takes place at a July 4 event. Think a fireworks show, parade, beach festival, or baseball game.

13. Labor Day is the unofficial end of the summer season. What else in your life is ending at this time of year? Write about it.

14. Many families use the summer season to plan family reunions. Write about a family reunion that goes terribly, terribly wrong.

15. Now’s also the time for fairs and festivals. Write a short story that takes place at one of these events and make the setting crucial to the story, so that the plot couldn’t take place anywhere else.

Summer writing prompts about summer jobs

16. Even if you don’t have one right now, you likely had summer jobs at one point. Write a story set at your job, or a creative essay about an experience you had there.

17. One popular seasonal job? Working at a camp. Write a story set at a summer camp, but make it the coolest ever. Think a camp for royalty, for spies in training, or for cryptids.

18. Write a short story about someone who works at an ice cream parlor and why they either love or hate their job.

19. Write a short story about someone who wants a seasonal job, but can’t get one. What dramatic lengths will they go to in order to snag that interview or prove themselves worthy?

20. Write about what happens to summer workers in the winter. Where do the carnival workers go? What about the lifeguards?

Favorite summer memory prompts

21. Take your favorite seasonal memory and turn it into a short story, but make the main character absolutely hate everything you loved about that memory.

22. Remember your favorite place, favorite song, or favorite road trip from summers past? Write about it.

23. Write about your favorite seasonal memory but set it in the distant past. How would that memory have differed/looked if you’d lived in the 1800s or 1700s?

24. Take your memory and flip it on its head. Take the same cast of characters and events and make them the worst you could possibly imagine.

25. Imagine a favorite memory of the future. Pretend you’re writing as a 90-year-old. What might be your favorite memory then?

Summer destination prompts

26. Set a story at the ocean, sea, or a lake. Add in a sea monster if you want to get really creative.

27. Set a story at a campground filled with the most obnoxious tourists you’ve ever seen.

28. Write a story about someone trying desperately to get to a summer destination. Do they really need a vacation or are they fleeing something?

29. Write a story about a destination that no one would want to visit for summer vacation.

30. Imagine what your favorite summer destination might look like after the apocalypse and write about it.

School’s out writing prompts

31. Write a story from the point of view of a parent whose kids are out for the summer. Do they love it or hate it?

32. Write a story about a teacher who switches jobs during summer vacation—and they can never let any of their kids, parents or coworkers know what their summer job is.

33. Write a story about summer vacation from the point of view of a child’s bedroom. How is that space impacted?

34. Write about how you often felt as a child on the last day of the school year.

35. Write a letter to your children or future children about your favorite days with them over summer break.

Summer five senses writing prompts

36. Write a poem or personal essay about your favorite taste of summer.

37. Write a poem or personal essay about your favorite smell of summer.

38. Write a poem or personal essay about your favorite feeling or texture of summer.

39. Write a poem or personal essay about your favorite sight of summer.

40. Write a poem or personal essay about your favorite sound of summer.

Summer wildlife prompts

41. Write a scene about your least-favorite summer bug and what you might do if it invaded your house.

42. Write a story about what might happen to the summer wildlife and nature if summer never came.

43. Write a short story from the point of view of a bug that knows summer’s almost run its course. How do they spend their time?

44. Write a story about an animal with a summer job (think horses at a summer camp or petting zoo animals at the fair).

45. Write a poem about the sounds of summer wildlife that you might hear (ie, crickets chirping, deer munching grass in the morning, gulls at the ocean, etc.)

Summer plant life prompts

46. Write an ode to your favorite summer flower.

47. Write a story about mowing the grass, but from the point of view of the grass.

48. Write a story about gardening and make the normally low stakes of growing household produce incredibly high for your main character.

49. Write a scene about what the summer plant life would look like if humans weren’t around.

50. Write a personal essay about your own experiences with gardening. Are they good, bad, disastrous?

Summer hobbies writing prompts

51. Write a story about riding your bike and finding something life-changing along the way.

52. Write a story about swimming and finding something unusual in the water.

53. Write a story about a character who goes for a hike and gets lost.

54. Write a story about a parent who wants to get their children involved in their favorite hobbies over summer break. How successful are they?

55. Write a poem that tells your reader how to perform your favorite summer hobby.

Summer sports writing prompts

56. Describe a date that takes place at a baseball game, but neither of the people on the date like baseball.

57. Write a short story from the point of view of a character who’s decided to streak across the field at a baseball game.

58. Write a poem about a summer sport that you know nothing about. Try to describe it using your limited knowledge.

59. Write a story about a sailing team that gets blown off course.

60. Write a story about a fall or winter professional sports team that wants to play in the summer. What challenges do they come up against and are they successful?

Summer weather prompts

61. Write a poem about the summertime heat. How does it make you feel?

62. Write a personal essay about how the summer weather has changed since you were a child.

63. Write a scene or story that takes place in a house where the air conditioning just kicked the bucket on the hottest day of the year.

64. Write a short story that takes place in the middle of a hurricane—but the hurricane isn’t the most dangerous thing that your characters face.

65. Write a story about two tornado chasers that hate each other.

Summer foods writing prompts

66. Write a poem about the best summer meal that you ever ate.

67. Write a personal essay about how you might go about cooking a summer meal for your family and the significance of the foods you choose, the setting, etc.

68. Write a short story about a picnic that goes wrong.

69. Describe the ideal ice cream cone.

70. Write a story set in the future, about post-apocalyptic humans scavenging for food to create the perfect summer feast.

Wedding season writing prompts

71. Write a story from the point of view of a wedding officiant or planner working during the height of wedding season.

72. Compose a poem about the worst wedding you’ve ever been to.

73. Write a story about a wedding where none of the guests show up.

74. Describe a wedding from the point of view of the flower girl or the ring bearer.

75. Write a story about a wedding where the maid of honor loves the groom and the best man loves the bride, and the two team up together to ruin the wedding.

Summer wear writing prompts

76. Compose a poem about your favorite or least favorite summer outfit.

77. Write a short essay about your feelings surrounding summer wear. Do you feel confident in your swimsuit? Why or why not? Do you hate your legs in shorts? Do you love ditching your winter coat for the season?

78. Write a story about someone who accidentally glues their sunglasses onto their face.

79. Design a character who can’t feel temperature, so they’re not restricted to a normal seasonal wardrobe.

80. Write a story about someone who’s shopping for a swimsuit and falls in love in the process.

Summer nights prompts

81. Think about how your life changes with the lengthening days. Write a short essay about what you do with your extra daylight and how it does (or doesn’t) impact your life.

82. Write about the best summer night you’ve ever had.

83. Compose a poem that captures the feeling of a summer night right after the sun has set.

84. Write a story about a character who works nights during the summer. How do they view summer differently than the average person?

85. Write a story from the point of view of a character trying to sleep on an extremely hot night. Why are they frustrated beyond just being sweaty?

Dog days of summer writing prompts

86. Write a story from the point of view of a dog at a picnic or barbecue.

87. Write a story about a dog walker who loses a prized pooch in the park during their first day on the job.

88. Compose a poem about spending a summer day with your favorite dog.

89. Compose a poem or short story from the point of view of a dog cowering during Independence Day fireworks.

90. Think about how you might spend your summer days differently if you were a dog. Write about it.

Summer reading prompts

91. Did you ever participate in your library’s summer reading program as a kid? Write about the experience.

92. What’s the best beach book you’ve ever read? Journal about what made it stand out.

93. Think about your favorite book or movie. How might the plot be different if it was set in the dead of summer? Write some fan fiction showing how that might play out.

94. Write a story about someone reading a library book on the beach or a cruise ship and finds a secret message inside. What does it say?

95. Your character dropped their spouse’s prized original edition of their favorite book in the pool. What do they do now?

End of summer writing prompts

96. Reflect on how your summer went. Journal about what you wish you would have done differently, as well as your summertime successes.

97. Write a story about a character reflecting back on the best summer ever and their dread at the impending fall months.

98. Write from the point of view of a tree that’s starting to change as summer ends.

99. Compose a poem about the bittersweet end of summer.

100. Look ahead to the fall. What are your writing goals for the fall and winter? How will you use what you learned from the summer to achieve those goals? Journal about it.

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The best holiday writing prompts

Friends and family gathering. Running around and completing errands. Hours in the kitchen. Dinners, celebrations, parties. Holidays of all kinds come with their fair share of drama, emotion, and story-fodder. Narratives of all kinds can unfold during these busy times. That’s why this list of creative writing prompts includes the theme: holidays.

We’re not just talking about reindeers, turkey, and stringing lights on the tree. Our prompts cover all manner of holidays, from Easter to April Fools to Groundhog Day. And whether the holidays are a time of joy and happiness for your characters, or more difficult, you get to decide the mood.

There’s a lot to choose from, so if you need help deciding, here’s our top 10 holiday writing prompts:

• You own a Christmas Tree stall. One evening, a young boy comes in and picks the smallest, scrawniest tree you have.
• Write a story that only consists of New Year's Resolutions.
• Write a story that only consists of letters to Santa.
• It's the night before Christmas. You are a stirring mouse in an otherwise totally quiet house.
• Write a story about a "chosen family" dinner, where no one is related by blood, but they still feel like family.
• Create a holiday of your own and write a story about it.
• Write a short story about someone with unconventional New Year's traditions.
• Write about the best April Fool's Day prank that you could ever pull.
• You’re stuck in a time loop with the same holiday happening over and over — the only rule is that it can’t be Groundhog Day.
• An advertising firm lands a huge contract to make Easter the year’s most popular holiday.

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• Character profile template (free resource ) — A lot of holiday stories are driven by emotion, just like the holidays themselves. Perhaps your character has fallen on hard times, and is having a crisis of faith. Maybe they’re returning home after a long stretch away, just in time for the holidays. Or perhaps your story is less emotional, but nonetheless character driven — our hero is a serial procrastinator, on the hunt for the perfect gift. Either way, you’ll need to know your character inside and out, and that’s where the character profile template comes in.

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Creative writing ideas and topics for summer

Our guide on creative writing over the summer holidays is full of fun writing ideas and activities for children. Get stuck into  descriptive summer writing !

While many parents may worry about their child’s reading or maths skills over summer, are you considering their writing? Writing is an equally important part of  summer learning , so let’s take a look at ways you can make writing fun and accessible for your child over the summer. 

Be sure to take a look at our  free resources  to get more tips for keeping up your child’s learning during the summer break. 

Why children should do creative writing over the summer holidays

Summer writing is one of the many ways you can prevent the ‘ summer slide ’, the loss of skill children can experience when they don’t practice any of the things they’ve learned in school over the summer. So encouraging your child to do some summer writing is a valuable gift in their education journey.

There are a lot of fun  things to learn in summer  for children, and writing about them is a good way for them to keep up their spelling and grammar skills. 

The importance of creative writing over the summer holidays 

Summer creative writing is a brilliant way for children to keep on practising their spelling, grammar and sentence structure skills during their break. As essential skills, it’s important to encourage children to keep on top of their writing as much as their reading. 

Creative writing for children is also an amazing outlet, making for a great stress buster and helping them to calm down and focus. So particularly on days when you might need a little peace and quiet, it’s good to encourage them to write a story or write about their summer holidays. 

Creative writing ideas to use this summer

Anyone that’s ever tried to do some creative writing knows that it can be tricky to just sit down and write something. So let’s take a look at some ways to get started with writing in the summer:

Reading – Now, we’ve already talked about how writing is just as important as reading over the summer, but reading can be a great source of inspiration. In turn, your children will also be keeping on top of their  summer reading  by looking for inspiration in books. 

Keeping a diary  – For a lot of children a diary might be their first opportunity to write something that’s entirely their own. It can be a great way to boost their confidence in their writing, as it’s something just for them that doesn’t have to be marked by a teacher or fit into any kind of writing brief set by their teacher. It’s also really easy for them to get started with, they just have to write about their day in as much or as little detail as they like. 

Write about their surroundings  – Even if writing is purely descriptive, that’s still good practice. So, if your children are completely stumped for something to write, why not ask them to write about where they are? That could be at home, or you could get outside and take them somewhere exciting to write about. If you’re going away this summer why not ask them to write about the place you’re going to? 

Worksheets  – If all else fails, it’s okay to get out a  writing worksheet  on a rainy day. These are really helpful if your child needs some writing prompts to help them get ideas flowing. Of course, you don’t want them to feel like they’re at school over the summer, so don’t overload your children with worksheets. A few here and there will be fine though. 

What to write about during the summer

Choosing something to write about for the summer holidays can be the most difficult part for some children. Writing a short story needs some inspiration, so that’s why we’ve come up with a list of summer writing prompts for children to work with. 

Summer writing prompts

Any of these concepts could make a great starting point for writing a summer short story, a descriptive essay or any kind of creative writing. 

The last week of school before summer

Write a summer poem

A summer bucket list of things to do before school starts

Your favourite summer memory

Write about a rainy summer’s day and what you did

A journey through the forest

A day at the beach

Write a letter to a friend

Make up a recipe for a magic potion

Write a scary story

Think of a mysterious, magical forest and write about what you’d see there

The last day of summer

Write about something new you tried this summer

Write a letter to your favourite author about your favourite book

Write a song about your summer holidays

Write about a long walk you took and what you saw

Write about what you want to accomplish in school next year.

Summer writing ideas for children

While the above are a great starting point for many children wanting to do some summer creative writing, some children might need help deciding how to format their ideas. Not every piece of summer writing needs to be a short story, maybe your child wants to try something different? Let’s take a look at what they can do. 

Essay writing about the summer holidays

An essay might sound like the last thing your child wants to do over their summer break, but you might also be surprised by how eager they are to write about something that excites them. An essay is amazing fuel for their  summer learning  as it not only helps them keep practising their  spelling and grammar , it also helps them practice their  academic writing skills . Knowing how to write a good essay is a must as your children continue their education journey. 

Remember, you don’t need to insist or pressure your child into writing a summer essay. They’ll get plenty of practice in essay writing as they go through school. If they do want to write a summer essay though, you can give them a helping hand. 

A summer essay  doesn’t need to be stressful either. It’s just something for your child to do for themselves. They can write about the whole summer and what they’ve done (keeping a diary would be great for that), just one fun summer experience or something new they learned about over the summer. 

Summer creative writing ideas

Creative writing is a fun way to keep children’s brains engaged and ensure they’re still practicing their spelling and grammar. Of course, even with all the story prompts in the world it can be a little tricky to figure out what to write, or how to write it. 

Writing doesn’t have to be done alone. You can either sit down together and  write a story  with your child, or you can see they want to invite their friends over and all  write something together . You never know what children might come up with when they put their heads together, so you might even be in for a fun surprise!

They could also express their artistic talent by  drawing a comic book . That could be about an idea they came up with themselves, or a comic about their summer holiday, or something about one of the prompts we listed earlier. 

They could even try  rewriting the ending to their favourite book . See how they’d tell the story if they were in charge. 

Be sure to also take a look at these  tips for young authors ! 

Summer descriptive writing ideas

Descriptive writing isn’t too unlike creative writing, but rather than writing entirely from their imagination children are encouraged to take in their surroundings or a situation. It’s a really important comprehensive skill to have, and can be a great little boredom buster if they’re stuck in on a rainy day, or they’re maybe not enjoying sunbathing on the beach as much as you are. 

The summer holidays can be a great source of inspiration for descriptive writing. You can take your children to the  park  or a  local nature reserve  to write about what they can see (not to mention  their other senses  too!). They could even try  writing a review about a place  they’ve been to over the summer or a  film they’ve seen .

A  summer journal or diary  can be a great way for children to practice their descriptive writing. They can take down notes throughout the day and expand on them later, a very handy essay writing technique, or write everything from memory at the end of the day. Having their own journal or diary also gives children a sense of independence which can really boost their writing confidence. 

Fun summer writing activities 

The most important thing you can do to encourage your children to write over the summer is to make it fun! Isn’t that always the best way to get children to do something that’ll benefit them in the long run? 

Try asking them to do something like  write a letter to a friend . That gives them something to look forward to because eventually, they’ll be able to give that letter to their friend. They could be summer pen pals, both working on their reading and writing while having fun doing it. 

Changing up the scenery that children write in can be fun and exciting too. If you want to work on their descriptive writing, as we mentioned above, you can  take them somewhere exciting to write about .

Get confident with creative writing

If you want to help your child get a head start with their creative writing over the summer,  English tuition  might be the way forward. They’ll be able to practice their English skills online either by learning independently or with a tutor, and they’ll still have plenty of time to get out and enjoy the summer. 

Our  English tutors  will work together with your child to identify the areas they want to improve in, whether that’s spelling, grammar or coming up with ideas for their writing. Why not see if your child wants to improve their creative writing this summer? 

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10 Summer Holiday Creative Writing Ideas for KS2

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10 Summer Holiday Creative Writing Ideas for Key Stage 2

Here are a few ideas to keep your children writing over the summer holidays!  Happy writing!

• My Favourite Summer Memory: Write about your most cherished memory from a past summer holiday. Describe the location, the activities you enjoyed, and the special moments that made it unforgettable.
• A Day at the Beach: Imagine spending a day at the beach. Describe the sights, sounds, and smells of the ocean, as well as the fun activities you might do, such as building sandcastles, swimming, or playing beach games. What might the main event in your story be?
• Exploring Nature: Share an adventure in the great outdoors during the summer. Describe a hike in the woods, a camping trip, or a visit to a national park. Write about the sights you saw, the sounds you heard, and the fascinating creatures you encountered. Did something unusual happen?
• Summer Sports Spectacular: Pick your favourite summer sport or activity, such as swimming, biking, or playing soccer. Write about a thrilling day of practicing or competing in your chosen activity, capturing the excitement and sense of achievement. Did anything go wrong?
• Inventive Ice Cream Flavours: Imagine creating your own unique ice cream flavours. Describe your imaginative combinations, from exotic fruits to unconventional toppings, and explain why they would be the perfect treat for a hot summer day. Could you write an advert for these?
• Gardening Adventures: Write about planting and tending to a garden during the summer. Describe the different plants and flowers you grow, the tasks involved, and the joy of watching your garden thrive. Did you find something special in your garden?
• Summer Reading Adventures: Share your reading adventures over the summer. Write book reviews or recommendations for your favourite summer reads and explain why other children should check them out.
• Summer Science Experiments: Describe a fun and exciting science experiment you conducted during the summer. Explain the steps, the materials used, and the fascinating results you observed. Was it what you suspected would happen?
• The Perfect Picnic: Imagine planning and going on a delightful picnic with your family or friends. Describe the location, the delicious food, and the enjoyable activities or games you played. Did it all end well too, or could you have a twist to your story?
• My Dream Summer Adventure: Let your imagination run wild and create a fictional summer adventure. Write a story about an exciting quest, magical encounters, or a remarkable journey to an extraordinary place.

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Summer 2024 Creative Writing Workshop 

Hello parents!

What do you do when your children are off school on holiday? Do you let them laze around all day, or do you involve them in a fun and creative activity? I think the second option is much better, don’t you?

That’s why I’ve put together a Creative Writing Workshop for children aged 9 – 15  for the summer break! The purpose of the workshops is for them to engage their minds creatively, and work on writing both fiction and non-fiction.

In the first two weeks, they will write a fictional story . They will create their story from scratch, given a concept. They will brainstorm, create characters, create an engaging plot, write a story, edit it and rewrite it. Then on the last Saturday of this segment, they will read their work to the class, and learn how to give and receive criticism.

During the second two weeks of the workshop, they will work on non-fiction writing . They will learn about different types of essays, research into a topic, compile facts and figures, and write a detailed essay. They will also present their essay to the class, and receive feedback, and suggestions for improvement.

During the workshop, the children will:

♦ Learn the different concepts of storytelling and essay writing

♦ Discover how to weave the elements together to create a good story

♦ Create their own characters

♦ Write a story of featuring their characters going on interesting adventures

♦ Learn how to conduct research on a given topic

♦ Explore writing different types of essays

♦ Learn to listen, read, discuss and give feedback on each other’s work

♦ Improve their grammar, spelling and vocabulary

♦ Improve their punctuation, especially with writing dialogue.

Dates: July/August 2024

Ages: 8 – 15 years

Venue: Online and Havering, Essex

Time:   Saturdays, 10.00am to 12.00 noon

Fees for six-week workshop: £200

**Siblings who register together will get a 10% discount.**

Please provide your children/teenagers with a notebook, a couple of pens/pencils. They can also have a few of their favourite books that they enjoy reading, for our discussions. We look forward to welcoming your children to our virtual classroom.

The good news is, you can register and have your children attend the workshop wherever you are. All they’ll need is a laptop, access to Skype and tons of enthusiasm!

“I enrolled my son for Tolulope Popoola’s Summer Creative Writing Workshop. He enjoyed himself. I can’t believe he actually set his alarm to wake up on time during the holidays just to get to the Creative Writing Class on time!” ~  Mrs Semowo – Parent 

To register your child, please fill out the Registration Form below, and we will get back to you. 

For any questions or further enquiries, please email:   [email protected]

PS: If you’re interested in a regular Creative Writing practice for your child/children after this workshop, we run a weekly  Creative Writing Club that your child can access any time!  Click here for more details.

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