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May 21, 20191 min read
Natural Feelings/ Les sentiments naturels
Imagine... being in nature. Which image looks or feels the most like you today? Write a short story or a poem or do a drawing inspired by...


May 13, 20191 min read
The Shy Turtle/ La Tortue timide
Imagine... strolling down a path and passing someone without even noticing her. Then, you stop and look more closely. It's a turtle! But...


Apr 30, 20191 min read
Friends, unexpected / Les Amis, inattendus
Imagine... you just sat down for your favorite treat, and two friends unexpectedly arrive. What do you do? Do you have enough to share?...


Apr 23, 20191 min read
A pond, a cat, and a diamond ring/ Un étang, un chat, et une bague avec un diamant
Imagine... a story or a poem and/or draw a picture inspired by the following three images. Imagine... une histoire ou un poème et/ou...


Mar 26, 20191 min read
Morning Walk/ Promenade matinale
Imagine... enjoying a lovely morning walk along the bayou. Listen... what sounds do you hear? What sounds do you not hear? Now, imagine...


Mar 18, 20191 min read
Mr. Iguana, a new friend/ M. Iguane, un nouvel ami
Imagine... having lunch on the beach when this kind fellow comes up to join you. Will you accept his company? Why or why not? Assuming...


Mar 4, 20191 min read
The Glass Hummingbird/Un oiseau-mouche en verre
Imagine... a fairy tale about a hummingbird. Tell the story of how the hummingbird was captured and/or escapes. In what kind of land is...


Feb 26, 20191 min read
A Celebration Day/ Un jour de fête
Every day is worth celebrating!! If you could celebrate ANYTHING today, what would it be? How would you celebrate? Would you decorate or...


Feb 4, 20191 min read
Fill Your Heart/ Remplis ton coeur
Since February is a very sweet month, let's write something in the shape of a heart. It can be very small or very BIG, but try to fill in...


Jan 28, 20191 min read
Tea Time/ L'heure du thé
Imagine... who is sitting down for tea? It could be anyone -- a little mouse, a big mean monster with a sweet tooth, someone you know --...


Jan 14, 20191 min read
The Pottery, the Turtle, and the Apple/ La Poterie, la tortue et la pomme
Imagine... a story, a poem, or a visual scene (paint, draw, etc.) where these three objects each play a role. Try to use all 5 senses as...


Jan 7, 20191 min read
The Three Little Pigs, or Not/ Les trois petits cochons, ou pas...
writing prompts for kids


Dec 10, 20181 min read
Holiday Season/ La saison des Fêtes
Imagine... a story, a poem, or a song inspired by the following three images. Don't forget to use all five senses, if possible. Is the...


Nov 26, 20181 min read
Telegram!/ Télégramme!
You need to send an urgent message. The only way to be sure it arrives safely is to send it as a telegram. Where does it need to be sent?...


Nov 12, 20181 min read
Enchanted Beehive/ Une Ruche enchantée
Imagine... finding a small hut filled with beehives. The one on the end looks very interesting. In fact, you can hear him speaking to...


Nov 6, 20181 min read
A Bike Ride/ Une promenade à vélo
Imagine... taking a bike ride on a lovely day. Describe the sites and sounds. But also, describe the bike. Are the handle bars slippery?...


Oct 29, 20181 min read
An Autumn Morning/ Un matin en automne
Imagine... a story or a poem or a drawing inspired by these photographs. Use just one, a couple, or all of them. Remember to incorporate...


Oct 23, 20181 min read
An Ancient Secret/ Un secret ancien
Imagine... taking a walk and coming upon this Japanese pagoda along your path. In the distance is a man. He has a secret for you. What...


Oct 8, 20181 min read
London Bridge/ Le pont de Londres
We all believe London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down... But as we see here, it is not! Imagine a new song, poem, or...


Oct 1, 20181 min read
A Doggy Weekend/ Un Week-end de chien
Imagine... your neighbours need you to babysit their dogs for a long weekend. The dogs are so excited to hang out for 3 days together!...
Book reviews and "Imagine It!" activities
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