Writers (both student and professional) look to other writers for solace and inspiration. In writing workshop, students sometimes use a published book as a springboard for their own writing. They may emulate the organization, concept, or borrow characters from the book. This allows them to develop a story without starting from scratch.
The other day, as I was reading the Magic School Bus to my son for the umpteenth time, I wondered–How would Ms. Frizzle handle school closures? How would Mama Bear explain a Bear Country Quarantine to Sister Bear? What would Gerald do if he couldn’t see Piggie for weeks on end?
I began to answer these questions in my head, then on paper, and the result was 3 fun story starters. Take a look:
What do you think? How would your favorite characters handle school closures? If you think your students or child is up to the challenge, you can download these prompts for free! I’d love to see what you come up with, in the comments or on Instagram.
