Elementary Students Poetry Writing Prompts

Write a poem that could be sung as a lullaby.

You could set it to the tune of an existing lullaby, or think up your own rhythm. Remember that lullabies are for children, and are ususally meant to be calming.

'Magic is what happens when the sun rises.'

Write a poem with this opening line. Consider the many possibilities of what this poem could explore.

Write a poem about a window that is stuck open and can't be closed.

What does this window represent in the poem?