Autumn is a wonderful time to get creative and have some fun with writing! These free, printable fall writing prompts for kids are the perfect way to get started.
Each prompt features a different autumn-themed scenario, perfect for inspiring your young writers. From raking autumn leaves to carving jack-o-lanterns, there are plenty of fun ideas to get inspired by.
So why not give these prompts a try and see what exciting stories and poems you can create?
Print these elementary writing prompts, and present them to your kids who love to write. Or, use them to inspire reluctant writers to write short stories inspired by the fall images on each page.
Fall Writing Prompts for Kids
If you’re looking for a fun way to get your kids excited about writing, look no further! These free printables are perfect for kids of all ages.
With picture prompts ranging from kids raking leaves to gnomes picking pumpkins, there’s something for everyone in this set.
So gather your kids around the table, sharpen some pencils, and get ready to write some amazing essays!
Why use writing prompts?
There are many reasons why you might want to use writing prompts with your kids. Perhaps you are looking for a way to help them get started on a writing assignment, or you want to give them a chance to express their thoughts and feelings. Writing prompts can also be a great way to help kids practice their writing skills.
If you want to use writing prompts with your kids, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, make sure that the prompts are appropriate for your child’s age and level of maturity. You don’t want to give them something that is too difficult or too easy. Also, be sure to provide enough guidance so that your child knows what you expect them to write about.
You can use writing prompts in your homeschool lessons in a variety of ways. For example, you can use them as part of a writing unit, as part of a morning routine, or as an occasional activity. You can also vary the type of prompts you use. For example, you might want to try different styles of prompts, such as picture prompts, word prompts, or question prompts.
Preparing the Pages
These writing prompts are super easy to prepare. Just print and go! You can print the pages back-to-back, or you can print them one-sided. That is up to you.
You can also print extra “second” pages if you have a child who really likes to write and needs more lines.
What’s Included?
In this packet of picture prompts, you’ll receive eight unique prompts. Each prompt is a picture only – no words. The top half of the page is a picture, and the bottom is lined for writing.
There is also a second lined page for each prompt. You’ll get the following prompts:
- an autumn princess/castle
- a witch and her black cat flying on a broom
- kids making “leaf” angels
- autumn gnomes at the pumpkin patch
- two kids sitting on pumpkins
- two children raking leaves
- autumn fox with pumpkins and leaves
- autumn fairies
BOOKS ABOUT FALL
Fill your book basket with a great collection of books about fall. Most of these books can be found at your local library or used bookstore.
If you have a hard time finding them, you can order them through my Amazon affiliate links by clicking the images below.
Hello, Harvest Moon – While tired farmers and their families are in bed, the harvest moon silently climbs into the sky and starts working its magic. For some, it is the nightly signal to rise and shine. It is time to hunt, to work, or to play in the shadows. For a little girl and her cat, it is an invitation to enjoy the wonders of the night and a last flood of light before the short days of winter set in.
Awesome Autumn – Autumn is awesome! Leaves change color. Animals fly south or get ready to hibernate. People harvest crops and dress up as scary creatures for Halloween. And then there are pickup football games to play, Thanksgiving foods to eat, leaf piles to jump in―all the amazing things that happen as the air turns crisp and cool.
Fall Mixed Up – Fall is all mixed up in this silly book from Bob Raczka! Can you find his mistakes in the words and pictures?
WRITING PROMPTS FOR KIDS
Fill your book basket with a great collection of writing prompt books. Most of these books can be found at your local library or used bookstore.
If you have a hard time finding them, you can order them through my Amazon affiliate links by clicking the images below.
Cliffhanger Writing Prompts – This ready-to-use resource contains 30 exciting story starters that model good writing and help any student get past writer’s block!
101 Story Starters for Kids – Write your own stories with the help of these creative story starters! With 101 fun and unique writing prompts, you’ll have no trouble kicking your imagination into high gear.
Rip the Page! Adventures in Creative Writing – This is the everything-you-need guide to spark new poems and unstick old stories, including lists of big, small, gross-out, and favorite words; adventurous and zany prompts to leap from; dares and double dares to help you mash up truths and lies into outrageous paragraphs; and letters of encouragement written directly to you from famous authors.
Round Out Your Unit with These Activities:
Kids will love learning all about apples with this engaging apple unit study for early elementary grades.
This wooden leaf matching game is perfect for homeschooling and classroom use. Children loves to see different shapes of leaves and learn about their names. These wooden cards are durable and long lasting.