As the calendar turns to April, my thoughts often turn to the events of the season, such as long walks outdoors, seeing flowers bloom and watching baseball games. Spring is a time of renewal and cleaning the house, getting rid of things we no longer need. I always feel like I’m being reborn at this time of year, especially after the long, dark, cold winter we’ve had.
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your writing routine or recommit to it. That’s not always easy to do when you’re stuck staring at a blank screen or empty page. Sometimes working with writing prompts can jumpstart your writing routine or give you the inspiration to start fresh.
To help you, I’ve compiled a list of spring-themed writing prompts. They cover everything from rainy weekends, gardening and celebrating Easter. You never know when any of these prompts might spark an idea for a longer story or essay. Challenge yourself and have fun.
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Easter/Passover
Write a story about a child visiting the Easter Bunny at the local mall.
Someone receives an Easter basket filled with goodies plus one surprising and unusual element.
Write a story about someone choking on a jelly bean.
Write a scene or story about someone shopping for a new Easter outfit.
A young couple discovers a lone Easter egg, and they find a cryptic message inside.
A family comes together for Easter or Passover celebration. Over dinner, someone reveals a secret they’ve been keeping for years.
Write about someone who gets stuck in an Easter bunny costume.
Gardening
A new hybrid tulip has been introduced at the annual tulip festival. What is it? Why is it special?
You discover a package of seeds. When you plant them, something unusual and magical sprouts from them.
Describe the first spring flower you notice while out for a stroll in the park.
Imagine a snowflake and flower meeting for the first time, but neither knows what the other is. Write a dialogue between the two.
Write a story set during the annual cherry blossom festival.
Write about someone struggling to keep a houseplant alive.
Write about a small town or community as it prepares for celebrating Earth Day.
Miscellaneous
Someone experiences spring fever in strange ways.
Write about a springtime wedding in which either the bride or groom realize they’re making a mistake.
Write a story set during a spring music festival.
Imagine attending a class reunion. Someone there recognizes you right away, but you can’t remember who they are.
Write a story about a group of teens preparing for their first spring dance.
Write a story set in a treehouse.
Write a meet-cute in which two people fall in love over a spring weekend.
Write a story featuring three sisters named April, May and June.
Write about someone rushing to get their taxes done on time.
While cleaning out closets, someone uncovers an item that they haven’t seen or worn in years. What memories does it bring back? What do they do with the item?
On a weekend getaway, someone gets lost on the road or has a flat tire. What do they do next?
Describe someone attending their first baseball game. What do they experience? How do they respond to it?
Write about someone who is auditioning to be the mascot of the local baseball team.
Spring is a time of fresh starts. Write about what plans you want to make for this spring.
The Regal Writer 