Descriptive Writing Prompts
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Descriptive Writing Prompts
Use your senses, similes, and metaphors to bring your writing to life!
🔍 Part 1: Warm-Up — Sensory Words
👁️ Sight: _______________________________________________
👂 Sound: _______________________________________________
👃 Smell: _______________________________________________
✋ Touch: _______________________________________________
👅 Taste: _______________________________________________
🖼️ Part 2: Picture Prompts — Describe What You See
Look at each picture prompt below. Write 2–3 descriptive sentences for each one. Try to include at least ONE simile or metaphor in each response!
Imagine rivers of glowing lava, clouds of ash, and a sky lit up with orange and red light. What can you see, hear, smell, and feel?
Imagine tall trees disappearing into fog, dew on spider webs, and the soft sounds of birds waking up. What does it feel like to stand there?
Imagine colourful umbrellas, puddles reflecting shop lights, and the smell of coffee drifting from a café. Describe the scene in vivid detail.
✏️ Part 3: Extended Writing Challenge
I am writing about: _______________________________________________
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