Writing in our journals is a big part of first grade in elementary school.

Here are some good journal prompts to help spur a good story for your children.

I get excited when…

On my first day of school I…

If I could be an animal I would be a…

People think I am…

I love my sister/brother/parents because…

I’m a good friend because…

My favorite toy is…

If I were president I would…

I am really good at…

The last time I laughed hard was…

My favorite food is…

My favorite planet is…

My favorite family member is…

My favorite sport is…

My favorite color is…

I am happy when I…

My favorite time of day is…

My favorite time of year is..

My favorite present is…