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3rd Grade Writing Prompts (Free & Fun!)
These 3rd grade writing prompts give your students the chance to write about their experiences and the issues that are important to their lives. They’ll consider the similarities between themselves and their best friends, reflect on their own abilities and talents, and…
Your 3rd graders will even answer silly questions like what animals they would hang out with if they managed a zoo.
So get to it and use these third-grade writing prompts to help maturing students unpack their thoughts each day.
39 Fun — and Silly — 3rd Grade Writing Prompts!
1. Who is the funniest person in your family? Why?
2. If you had to choose between a million ice cream cones and a million chocolate bars, what would you choose?
3. Have you ever accidentally hurt someone else’s feelings? How did you feel?
4. Write about a time when you made something for yourself. What did you make? Did it work well?
5. Write a paragraph about your most important accomplishment.
6. Create a list of words that describe yourself and a separate list for your best friend. How do they overlap? What similarities do you share?
7. Would you rather fly to space or swim to the bottom of the ocean? Why?
8. What is your favorite chore? Your least favorite chore?
9. Do you think you’ll ever own a flying car? Where would you like to take it?
10. Who was your favorite president? Why?
11. Write about something you believed as a small child that turned out to be wrong. How did you find out?
12. If you could have any superpower, what would you choose? How would you use it?
13. If you could visit any planet, which would you go to?
14. Have your parents ever given you a job to do at home? What did you do?
15. If you were in charge of managing the zoo, which animals would you spend the most of your time with?
16. Are you more like your mom or your dad? How so?
17. What is the best way to keep a secret?
18. What is the most important lesson you’ve ever learned from your grandparents? What did they tell you?
19. What is your favorite book? Why?
21. Write about a crazy dream you had. Where did you go? What did you do?
22. Write about your favorite sport. What do you like about it?
23. Write a poem about your best friend.
24. What is something unique to you that no one else can do?
25. What is your favorite joke? Who taught it to you?
26. What is your favorite ice cream topping? Why?
27. Is it possible to have more than one best friend? How do you know?
28. Do you and your best friend share everything, or are there some secrets you keep to yourself?
29. Why is it so important to send thank you notes when you receive gifts?
30. If you could be in any grade in school, which grade would you like to be in?
31. What is your favorite part of the year? What do you like about it?
32. If you could visit any planet, where would you go?
33. How much time do you spend online each week? What do you do on the Internet?
34. Do you think magic tricks are real? Why or why not?
35. Why do we celebrate birthdays? What makes them special?
36. Who do you respect the most? Why?
37. Are you good at trying new things? Why or why not?
38. Do you get enough sleep before school each day? How do you feel when you don’t?
39. Would you ever want one (or another) younger sibling? Why or why not?
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Further Encourage Your 3rd Graders Creative Writing Skills
Check out this excellent and simple list of journal writing prompts for you to use to support your student’s writing process and routine and/or to use in your lesson plans, classroom instruction or as a take-home writing assignment.
For those reluctant writers or non-writers, we suggest you use the time-tested favorite writing prompts. They are simple ideas that nearly every writer can answer without much effort. Plus, they are an excellent way to get those creative writing juices flowing for writers of all skill levels.
Have students write about their:
- Favorite food or foods
- Favorite place
- Favorite book
- Favorite toy
- Favorite season
- Favorite movie
- Favorite animal
- Favorite pet or best pet ever!
A Few Closing Thoughts
Writing helps children not only improve their writing skills but also make sense of their sometimes confusing emotions, and it also helps them develop an appreciation for the arts and the power of language. By practicing daily journaling, your students will become better writers—and better thinkers.
Journal writing in the classroom also gives students the opportunity to express their deepest thoughts in a judgment-free zone—and it’s one of the best ways for kids to improve their self-confidence.
Whether your students have written one journal entry or 100 journal entries, the practice of daily writing can have a positive impact on their lives.
Until next time, write on…
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50 Creative Third Grade Writing Prompts (Free Printable!)
Taking the leap from the primary level to the intermediate grades.
Third grade is a huge transitional year in elementary school. Third grade writers have learned foundational concepts and skills and have had time to practice. Now they are developing more complex skills as they dig deeper, learn to make connections, and analyze the topics they write about. Here are 50 third grade writing prompts to help your students master and refine their writing skills.
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1. Tell about a special event in your life.
2. What are you best at?
3. What do you want to learn more about?
4. I could never live without______.
5. If you could go anyplace in the world, where would you go and why?
6. Interview one of your parents or grandparents and ask them to tell you a story from their childhood. Share their story here.
7. Describe one of your favorite book characters. Tell three things about their personality.
8. Do you think third graders should have to do chores at home? Why or why not?
9. What is something you would change about school if you could?
10. Tell about a time you helped somebody.
11. Tell about a time somebody helped you.
12. Tell about a memorable “first” in your life. For example, the first time you ate a particular kind of food, the first time you met your teacher, etc.
13. Describe step by step how to make a pizza.
14. What does it mean to be a hero?
15. I am afraid of _______ because_______.
16. What is the difference between being polite and rude? Give three examples.
17. What is the most important rule in the classroom?
18. What are the three most important qualities you look for in a friend?
19. Do you think kids should be assigned homework? Why or why not?
20. Nature gives us many beautiful things—plants, animals, water, weather, stars and planets, etc. What is one of your favorite things in nature and why?
21. If I were a spider, I’d _______.
22. Three things that make me happy are ______.
23. What is your favorite holiday and why?
24. Tell about one of your family’s unique traditions.
25. If you could have a pet, what would you choose? How would you take care of it?
26. Write about a dream you recently had.
27. Tell about a person that inspires you and why.
28. Name five things you are thankful for and why you are thankful for them.
29. What are ways you can be a good citizen?
30. When you and a friend disagree, how do you work it out?
31. What do you think the world will be like in one hundred years?
32. What is your favorite type of weather? Why?
33. What superpower do you wish you had? Why?
34. What famous person would you like to meet? Why?
35. In your opinion, which animal makes the best pet? Give three reasons for your answer.
36. If someone gave you $100, how would you spend it?
37. Should third graders have cell phones? Why or why not?
38. If you could be an Olympic athlete, what sport would you participate in?
39. Write about your “getting ready for school” routine.
40. Write about your “getting ready for bed” routine.
41. If you could travel through time like Jack and Annie in the Magic Tree House, where would you go?
42. In your opinion, what does a perfect weekend look like?
43. Write about the last time you felt really angry. What happened and how did it all work out?
44. Pretend there was a special zoo where animals could talk. Which animal would you talk to and what are three questions you would ask?
45. What is your favorite thing with wheels? Why?
46. Tell the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears from the point of view of Baby Bear.
47. What do you think would grow if you planted a magic bean?
48. Which would you rather be able to do—fly or read people’s minds? Why?
49. Tell about an adult in your life that you admire.
50. If you were traveling for a week and could only bring a backpack, what would you pack?
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60 Fun and Engaging 3rd Grade Writing Prompts
By: Author Paul Jenkins
Posted on August 26, 2022
Categories Education , Creativity , Writing
As a teacher, it is important to keep your students engaged and interested in the material you are teaching. One way to do this is by using fun, and engaging writing prompts. This blog post will list 60 writing prompts perfect for 3rd grade students. These prompts will help your students practice their creative writing skills while having fun simultaneously!
60 3rd Grade Creative Writing Prompts
- Write a story about a time when you were very brave.
- Write a story about a time when you were very creative.
- Write a story about a time when you were very determined.
- Write a story about a time when you were very helpful.
- Write a story about a time when you were very honest.
- Write a story about a time when you were very funny.
- Write a story about a time when you were very successful.
- Write a story about a time when you were very kind to someone.
- Write a story about a time when you were very lucky.
- Write a story about a time when you were very proud of yourself.
- Write a story about a time when you were very grateful for something.
- Write a story about a time when you were very excited.
- Write about your favorite animal.
- Write about your favorite holiday and why it’s your favorite.
- Write about your favorite food and why you love it.
- Write a story about a time when you were really scared.
- Write about a time when you were really happy.
- Write about a time when you were really sad.
- Write about a time when you did something you weren’t supposed to do and got away with it.
- Write about a time when you didn’t get away with something you did wrong.
- Write about your favorite TV show.
- Write about your favorite movie.
- Write about your favorite book.
- Write about your favorite video game.
- Write about your best friend.
- Write a story about a time when you were very disappointed.
- Write a story in which you are the main character and in which something exciting happens to you.
- Write a letter to your best friend telling them everything you love about them.
- Write a letter to yourself from the future, telling yourself all the things you have accomplished since writing this letter
- Write instructions on how to make your favorite food.
- Write instructions on how to make your favorite toy
- Write a story about a time when you were extremely adventurous.
- Write a story about a time when you were extremely friendly.
- Write a story about a time when you were extremely generous.
- Write a story about what you did to celebrate your favorite holiday.
- Write about your favorite family tradition and what it means to you.
- What is your favorite thing to do on weekends?
- What is your favorite thing to do for fun?
- If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
- Why is that place special to you?
- What would you do if you had the opportunity to visit that place?
- What are some things that interest you?
- What are some things that scare you?
- Write about a time you were really happy.
- Write about a time you helped someone else.
- Write about your favorite place to go.
- Write about a time your family laughed together.
- Write about a time your family argued together.
- Write about the best day of your life.
- Write about the worst day of your life.
- Write a letter to Santa Claus.
- Draw a picture of your family and write a paragraph describing them.
- Write a poem about winter.
- Write a poem about summer.
- Write a story explaining why it is important to be kind to others.
- Write a story explaining why it is important to be truthful to others.
- Write a story explaining why it is important to be yourself.
- What do you want to be when you grow up? Why?
- If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be? Why?
- What do you think is the most important rule for being happy? Explain why.
Some Types of 3rd Grade Writing Prompts
- Journal prompts
- Opinion writing prompts
- Narrative writing prompts
- Informational writing
- Short story
- Personal Narrative
- Creative writing
Ask What Is Their Favorite Book Character and Why
A great way to stimulate third grade writing is to ask your students what their favorite book character is and why. This will encourage them to think critically about the characters in the books they are reading and articulate their thoughts in writing. Not only will this prompt help each student improve their writing skills and assist their reading comprehension, but it will also get them thinking deeply about the books they are reading.
How 3rd Grade Writing Prompts Fit Within Age Range Skills
By the time a child arrives in third grade, their vocabulary will have expanded through reading. They will be starting to assimilate various grammatical forms, such as pronouns and plurals, and will start to comprehend and consider the language they use. Alongside more complex word choices, 3rd grade children will understand jokes, riddles, metaphors, and puns more easily. A greater ability to master syllable stress patterns means that third graders can more easily differentiate slight variations in words. They also start to appreciate better how to communicate using various media and settings.
What is 3rd Grade?
Third grade (grade three) is a year in primary education in which most students are 8-9 years old.
What should a 3rd grader be able to write?
Third grade students should be able to write simple, clear sentences using proper grammar and spelling. They should also be able to write about personal experiences, describe objects or events, and tell stories.
What level should a 3rd grader be reading at?
A 3rd grader should be reading books that are at a level appropriate for their reading skills. This means that they should be reading interesting and engaging books while also providing them with practice in reading skills.
How do you teach a third grader to write a paragraph?
Teaching third graders how to write a paragraph can be difficult, as they are still learning the basics of writing. However, there are a few things you can do to help them get started.
- One way to help your students is to model how to write a paragraph. Show them how to break down a topic into several sentences and use proper grammar and spelling. You can also have them practice writing paragraphs independently, using a topic that interests them.
- Another way to help your students write paragraphs is by giving them specific instructions on what to include in their paragraphs. For example, you could ask them to write about their favorite animal or describe a recent trip. This will help them focus on the structure of a paragraph and ensure that they include all the necessary information.
- Finally, be sure to give your students feedback on their writing. Help them revise and edit their paragraphs so that they can improve their writing skills.
How can you make writing for 3rd graders fun?
One way to make writing for 3rd graders fun is using fun, and engaging writing prompts! Try to make each writing prompt as creative as possible. You can also give your students journal writing prompts to do in their own time.
How long should a 3rd grader read each day?
Most students should read for at least 30 minutes each day. This will help them practice their reading skills and improve their comprehension. Additionally, students need to read a variety of genres and texts so that they can expand their knowledge and understanding of the world around them.
How many sentences are in a paragraph for 3rd grade?
A paragraph is typically made up of five to seven sentences. This number can vary depending on the assignment or the purpose of the paragraph. Generally, shorter paragraphs are used for shorter writing pieces, while longer paragraphs are common in longer assignments.
As a teacher, it is important to keep your students engaged and interested in the material you are teaching. One way to do this is by using fun, and engaging writing prompts. This blog post has provided you with a list of writing prompts that are perfect for 3rd grade students. These prompts will help your students practice their writing skills while having fun simultaneously!
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By 3rd grade, some kids love to write — and others dread it more than anything. But no matter how they feel about writing, 3rd grade is an important year for students to expand their writing skills. That's why you need interesting and versatile writing prompts for your aspiring authors and for your reluctant readers. Keep reading for 3rd grade writing prompts for journaling, finishing the story and building Common Core writing skills.
3rd Grade Writing Prompts: Finish the Story
Sometimes starting the story is the hardest part. Along with traditional narrative writing prompts, these 3rd grade story starters give kids a headstart with storytelling. Have them write these down and then take the story where their imagination leads.
- This morning I woke up and my hands had turned into paws! First, I …
- Everything was going well until all the pencils in the school disappeared.
- When I opened the magical music box from my grandmother, I was amazed to find …
- The old woman opened the door and saw a tiny kitten on her doorstep. There was only one problem ...
- Today I took my dad's job at work. The first thing I did was …
- I woke up from my dream about fishing and discovered that I was next to a lake …
- Brett knew that this zoo was different. But what he didn't know was ...
- There's only person who knows where the missing jewel is. He is ...
- Everyone loves my new invention because …
- No one believes that the new student is from the year 1900. I believe her though, because …
- When I arrived on the planet where scientists discovered life on it, I never expected …
- The best part about living in a submarine is ...
Finish The Story Printable Writing Prompt Worksheet
If your students don't like copying the prompt down, or if you're working with English learners, they may prefer a third grade writing prompts worksheet to write their ideas. Take a look at this printable that is perfect for 3rd grade writers who need a little boost.
"What If" Prompts for 3rd Graders
3rd graders love imagining what they'd do in crazy situations! You can really get them writing by sparking some fantastic ideas. These "what if" writing prompts are super fun and kid-focused for 3rd graders.
- What if you lived at school?
- What if you woke up one day and could no longer see the color blue?
- What if you lived in the water?
- What if cats could drive?
- What if your teacher gave everyone candy for answering questions?
- What if your parents had never met?
- What if you met your favorite book character in real life?
- What if you could only have one type of food for the rest of your life?
- What if you could do one thing so well it made you famous?
- What if computers had never been invented?
- What if you won a million dollars?
- What if you could go on vacation anywhere in the world?
3rd Grade Journal Writing Prompts
Daily or weekly journal writing is a great way to get kids in the habit of thinking like writers. Take a look at these fun 3rd grade writing prompts that are perfect for a class journal.
- What is the most exciting thing that has happened to you?
- How did you meet your best friend?
- Does someone look up to you? Why?
- How are you different than you were last year?
- Does someone you know make a special food? Why is it special?
- What smell reminds you of your favorite place?
- What has been the most surprising part of 3rd grade?
- How has reading improved your life?
- How are you different from your family?
- Would you rather be outside or inside? Why?
- What was the last thing you made?
- What's your favorite sport? When did you first start watching it?
Opinion Writing Prompts for 3rd Grade
Opinion writing is part of the Common Core Standards for 3rd graders . You can help them master both persuasive and argumentative writing with subjects and questions they'll be passionate about.
- Should kids go to school until 5:00 in the evening?
- Should everyone wear shoes in school? Why or why not?
- Do you think the president or prime minister is doing a good job?
- What would you do if you were in charge of the school?
- What is the best restaurant in your town? Why?
- Do you like milk, water, juice, or soda better? How come?
- Who makes the best cookies in the world? Why are they so good?
- How should people take care of the Earth?
- What kind of animal makes a great pet?
- What makes someone a good friend?
- Should 12-year-olds be allowed to drive?
3rd Grade Informational Writing Prompts
Another part of the Common Core for this age group is informational writing. While that may sound like a chore to some 3rd graders, it's a great way for them to share what they know with topics that interest them.
- What was the last thing you made? How did you make it?
- What do you know about life in the 1980s?
- How do you get home from school? What do you see on the way?
- What does someone need to eat to be healthy?
- How do you check out a library book?
- Explain how to use a specific item in your house.
- Think of someone you admire from history. Talk about that person's life.
- Pick a pet. How do you take care of it?
- What do you know about the history of your family?
- Look up dinosaurs in the library. Describe one kind of dinosaur.
- What do you know about the history of your school?
- How do you study for a test?
3rd Grade Narrative Writing Prompts
Also a Common Core standard for 3rd graders, narrative writing introduces kids to the structure of story and the importance of details that engage the reader. These narrative writing prompts inspire kids to tell a truly excellent tale or two.
- Imagine your parents invite an alien to dinner. What happens at the table?
- Do you remember your very first day of school ever? Describe what happened.
- Imagine you find a time machine. What do you do?
- How did you learn to tie your shoes?
- What does your pet do all day when you're at school?
- Write a story about two talking pigs.
- What happened on your last family trip or vacation?
- Think about the last time you got hurt. How did it happen?
- Imagine a princess who fights a dragon. How does she win?
- Write a story about someone who is lost.
- What is your earliest memory?
- Write about the last time someone was kind to you.
Poetry Prompts for 3rd Graders
Third graders learn about creative writing and are exposed to all types of literature, including poetry. Creative writing for 9-year-olds is all about fun. You can help reinforce the concepts they learn in language arts with hands-on writing experience. These poetry writing prompts will inspire them.
- Write a poem about the last time you were really cold.
- How does it feel to get a hug?
- Write a poem about a secret.
- Imagine a balloon. When was the last time you felt like a balloon?
- Write a poem about the sound leaves make in the wind.
- Write a poem where each line starts with a letter from your name.
- Describe a wonderful sound using lots of imagery.
- Write a love poem to someone in your family.
- Think of a feeling like sad, happy, mad, or excited. What color goes with that feeling? Turn it into a poem.
- Have you ever lost a person or pet you really cared about? Write it in a poem.
- How does it feel to be extremely tired? Use the words "like" and "as."
- What does your favorite person's voice sound like?
Writing Can Be Fun
Third grade is an incredibly important year in language arts. It can determine whether students have the foundational skills to expand their writing. With the right prompts, kids can have fun while they're building and expanding foundational skills. Check out these 3rd grade grammar worksheets for more language arts practice. You can also reinforce capitalization skills with these 3rd grade printables .
Engaging Writing Prompts for 3rd Graders
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Students in 3rd grade should be writing regularly in a variety of styles and for a variety of audiences. Useful writing projects for 3rd graders include opinion , informative, and narrative essays, as well as short research projects.
For many students, the most difficult part of writing is facing the blank page. The following grade-level appropriate writing prompts provide plenty of inspiration to help your students get started on a number of different writing assignments.
Narrative Essay Writing Prompts
Narrative essays tell a story based on real or imagined events. Students should use descriptive writing and dialogue to tell their tale.
- Scary Stuff. Think of something that scares you and explain what makes it so frightening.
- Grouchy Pants. Describe a day when you were grouchy. What made you so grumpy and how did you get in a better mood?
- School Rules. If you could make a new school rule, what would it be? How would your rule change an average day at school?
- Snappy Travel. Imagine you could snap your fingers and be anywhere else in the world. Write about where you’d go.
- Family Tales. What is the most interesting story that a family member has ever told you about their life?
- Food Forever. If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would you choose?
- Book Bound. If you could be the main character from your favorite book, who would you be? Write about an adventure you might have.
- Seeing Double. Imagine that you have an identical twin who is a different class than you. What pranks would you play on your teachers and classmates?
- Nessy's Life. Have you heard of the Loch Ness Monster ? Imagine you’re the monster. Describe your life under the sea.
- Lost. Have you ever been lost? Write about your experience.
- Perfect Party. Describe what the ultimate birthday party would look like if you could do anything you wanted.
- Kindness Counts. You’re given $100 to do random acts of kindness for others. What do you do?
- Memory Eraser . Describe something that happened to you that you wish you could forget. Explain why.
Opinion Essay Writing Prompts
When writing an opinion essay , students should clearly state their opinion, then back it up with sound reasons and facts. Opinion essays should close the essay with a concluding paragraph and a summary of the argument.
- Be a Friend. What does it mean to be a good friend?
- Growing Up or Down. Would you rather be older than you are right now or younger? Why?
- Hello? Some kids in 3rd grade have cell phones. Do you? Do you think that’s good or bad?
- Best Pets. Which animal makes the best pet? Give at least three reasons for your opinion.
- Tattletale. If you saw one of your friends doing something that you knew was wrong, should you tell on them? Why or why not?
- School Favorites . What do you think is the best subject in school? What makes it the best?
- Off Limits . Is there a TV show that you’re not allowed to watch or a video game that you’re not allowed to play? Explain why your parents should allow it.
- Summer School. Should your school be in session year ‘round with more breaks throughout the year or continue to give students the summer off? Why?
- Junk Food Fans. Should candy and soda machines be available to students on school property? Why or why not?
- School Supplies. What is the most important tool in your classroom? What makes it so useful?
- School Pride . What is the best thing about being a student at your school?
- What’s in a Name? If you could change your name, what would you choose and why?
Informative Essay Writing Prompts
Informative essays introduce a topic, explain a process, or describe an idea, then provide facts, definitions, and details. Students should organize related information into paragraphs in order to write the most logical essay possible. Remember that they should also include introductory and concluding paragraphs.
- Real Superheroes. Superheroes in movies and comics can do some pretty amazing things, but think of someone you consider to be a real-life hero. What do (or did) they do that makes them a hero?
- Liar, Liar. Someone told your best friend a lie about you and your friend believed them. Explain how you’d handle the situation.
- Student Teacher. Think of something that you found difficult to do at first (such as multiplication or tying your shoes), but that you now understand. Explain the process so that someone else could learn to do it.
- Holidays . What is your favorite holiday? Explain how you celebrate it.
- Pet Sitter. Your family is going on vacation and a pet-sitter is coming to care for your pets. Write a note explaining how to care for them.
- PB&J. Write out the step-by-step process for making the perfect peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
- Chores. What is a household chore for which you are responsible? Explain how to do it.
- Emergency Drills. Think of one emergency drill that your school practices. Write a paper describing exactly how to do it as if you were explaining it to a brand-new student.
- Allergies. Do you have a serious allergy to something like peanuts or milk? Write an essay explaining why it’s so important for you not to come into contact with the allergen.
- Color Wheel. What is your favorite color? Choose an animal or object that is that color and describe it.
- State Fun Facts . Describe some interesting facts about your state to someone who has never visited.
- Family Traditions. Describe a unique family tradition that your family has.
- Game On. What's your favorite game? Explain the rules to someone who has never played it before.
Research Writing Prompts
Students in 3rd grade can conduct simple research projects that build on their knowledge about a topic. They should use digital and print media to explore the topic , take simple notes, and create a basic outline before beginning the writing process.
- State History. What is the history of your state? Research the history and write an essay about one key event in your state's past.
- Marsupials. Marsupials are animals who carry their babies in pouches. With the exception of the opossum, all marsupials live in Australia. Choose one of them to learn more about.
- Insects. They may be small, but insects play an important role in our environment. Choose an insect to research and write an essay about its characteristics.
- Jaws! Are Great White sharks really man-eaters? Research this question and write an essay about your answer.
- Bat Signal. How do bats use echolocation?
- Explorers. Choose a famous (or not-so-famous) explorer to research.
- Comic Book Heroes. When was the first comic book published and what was it about?
- Extreme Weather. Choose an extreme weather event such as a tornado, hurricane, or tsunami, and explain its cause.
- International Space Station. Learn more about the International Space Station: how it's used, who visits it, and why it's important. Write an essay about your findings.
- Ben Franklin, Inventor . Many people know Benjamin Franklin as a Founding Father and statesman, but he was also an inventor. Learn about some of the things he invented.
- Legends. Research a popular legend such as the Lost City of Atlantis, Big Foot, or Paul Bunyan . Write an essay describing the evidence for or against the legend.
- Presidential History. Research the childhood of one American president and write an essay about what you learn.
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52 3rd Grade Writing Prompts (Free Printable!)
May 24, 2021 // by Sean Kivi
Third grade is full of first experiences for students. Students will apply all of the writing skills they have been learning creatively and individually this year. They need to use all of the foundations they have learned so far and think critically in their writing. They also need to develop their voice and learn to express themselves in a way that is uniquely them. To do this, each of these writing prompts has an element of openness to allow your students to develop their writing styles. The more humorous ones will let your students think about some rather interesting ideas. Use these prompts to enable your students to use their skills to become more creative.
1. What's the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you at school?
2. What is the best video game to play?
3. How does an astronaut poop in space without gravity?
4. What was your proudest moment?
5. What's your favorite funny movie, and why?
6. What do you wish animals could do?
7. Do you want to eat chicken feet? Why, or why not?
8. How do you get your mom to take you out to eat?
9. How can you make a flying purple-people eater in Minecraft?
10. Would you like to go to the top of Mount Everest, or swim to the bottom of the sea? Why?
11. Who is your favorite YouTuber, and why?
12. What things do I need to know and take to go to live on Mars?
13. How can I build an oven to cook a pizza?
14. Why do you think the president has such an important job?
15. If you could live in another country, where would this be, and what would you see?
16. Suppose a talking horse with two heads knocked on your front door. What would you do?
17. Would you like to venture up the side of a volcano? Why or why not?
18. What are the benefits of starting school at a later time?
19. Tell me why you like the main character in your favorite book.
20. Teach me how to make a smoothie, step by step.
21. What do I need to throw the best party ever?
22. Why is the coral reef important to the sea?
23. Why do people live in Australia?
24. Would you like to travel the sea before the invention of airplanes? Why or why not?
25. If I am a raindrop, what will I do in my lifecycle?
26. Why does it snow more in Russia than in the USA?
27. How are Chinese new year and Christmas alike? What makes them different?
28. Are the bugs the same everywhere in the world?
29. When I go to school in the morning, what are the children in England doing?
30. Do all animals fart?
31. Do you think it is better to have one-time zone in the USA?
32. What would it be like to live on the moon?
33. How will school be different in 30 years?
34. How is your life different from your grandparents?
35. Describe a fictional world in which you'd like to live.
36. What makes a good book/film/TV show?
37. Who created the telephone, and how did they do it?
38. Why should buying a monkey be illegal?
39. If you were an Egyptian Pharaoh, how would your life be?
40. What would it be like to live as a child in the time of the Renaissance?
41. Why are plants green?
42. How are cats different than dogs?
43. What was the biggest dinosaur that ever lived?
44. Why did the ice age happen?
45. What do you think is at the end of a rainbow?
46. What is the first lie you ever told?
47. If you were a Mayan Indian, what kinds of food would you eat?
48. Do you think AI is good or bad? Why?
49. How many different kinds of snakes live in the rainforest?
50. How are sharks and whales different and alike?
51. Teach me how to make a YouTube channel.
52. How do kids in Mexico celebrate Halloween?
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51 Narrative Writing Prompts for 3rd Grade: Great Ideas
Here you will find an assortment of narrative writing prompts for 3rd grade.
Not only do these third grade narrative writing prompts reduce writer’s block, they encourage students to apply new skills and reflect upon personal experiences.
Writer’s workshop just became a bit more exciting.
So include in your lessons this week a handful of these delightful narrative writing prompts for 3rd grade.
Narrative Writing Prompts for 3rd Grade
Even reluctant writers enjoy responding to these fun narrative writing prompts for 3rd grade.
1. Write about your first time visiting another state or country. How was the location different and similar to where you live?
2. Tell a story about a time when you helped someone in need.
3. Write a story about the best activity at field day last year. What made this activity so great? Describe it.
4. Describe a memory about a fun Easter egg hunt in which you participated.
5. Tell the story about a strange thing that has ever happened to you.
6. Tell your favorite things to do at the beach.
7. Write about a time when you had to apologize to someone.
8. Describe the person who has the most influence over your life. Explain why this person is so important in your life.
9. Tell about your favorite holiday memory.
10. Write about the most memorable field trip that you have ever taken.
11. Of all the things you own, which is the one you value most and why?
12. Share three to five S.M.A.R.T goals that you have for this school year. Then tell how you will accomplish them.
13. Write about a time when you lost a game.
14. Write about a fun fall activity that you did with your family.
15. Share information about a time when your parents surprised you with a special gift.
16. Write about a challenge that you have faced or are facing this school year. What steps are you taking to overcome this obstacle?
17. Describe the most joyous Thanksgiving celebration you’ve ever attended.
18. Suppose you invented a time machine. Write a story about the adventures you’d have with it.
19. What is breakfast time like in your house?
20. If you were teacher for the day, what fun activities would you do with the class?
21. Draft a story about yourself as the hero.
22. Retell a memory about doing a science experiment.
23. Write about the best birthday celebration you’ve every had.
24. If you could drive for one day, where would you go, with whom, and what would you do?
25. Tell about a reward you received.
26. If you could travel to the future or the past, which year would you travel to and why?
27. Share a scary moment that happened to you.
28. What is your favorite season of the year? What do you like to do during this time?
29. Tell about a time that you had a strange, funny, or scary encounter with an animal.
30. Tell your strategy for responding well to narrative writing prompts for 3rd grade.
31. Describe a time you stood up for yourself.
32. When has something been very hard for you but you kept trying?
33. Describe the most exciting vacation you ever took.
34. Tell about a memorable Christmas morning.
35. Share a bad hair day experience.
36. What are some things that you wish your teacher knew about you.
37. Summarize dinner time with your family.
38. Write about a fun field trip memory.
39. What’s your favorite memory from last school year?
40. Tell about a memorable Field Day event.
41. Write about a school event that was special to you.
42. Share a memory of when you were surprised with a new pet.
43. Tell about a time when you felt proud.
44. Describe your experience learning to ride a bike.
45. Share a funny memory with your family.
46. Share a timeline of your life.
47. Write about a time when you did a fun arts project.
48. If you had three wishes, what would you wish and why?
49. Write about a time when you gave a class presentation.
50. How do you spend snow days off from school?
51. Write about your experience being a new student.
Final Thoughts: Narrative Writing Prompts for 3rd Grade
Now you have a quality collection of third grade narrative writing prompts to use for various writing activities.
Related: books that help teach narrative writing
Creative Writing Prompts for Third Grade
→ Writing Prompt 9: Lucky you! You have been chosen to create the new mascot for your local football team. Describe the type of mascot you would create. Why did you choose the character you did?
→ Writing Prompt 23: Write a story about a time you and your brother or sister did something your parents told you not to do. Did you get caught?
→ Writing Prompt 27: You sign up at your local fair to join in the watermelon eating contest, because the winner gets a new bicycle. But when the contest begins, instead of a slice of watermelon, everyone has a fried octopus on her plate. Would you eat the octopus and try to win the bike?
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→ Writing Prompt 43: What is your favorite thing in your bedroom that isn’t your bed?
→ Writing Prompt 49: What was your favorite memory of second grade?
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