December Daily Writing Prompts for 2nd and 3rd Graders

Keep your students writing (and loving it!) all winter long with this December Daily Writing Prompts Pack!

Designed for 2nd and 3rd graders, these fun and engaging prompts bring a touch of seasonal magic into your classroom—without focusing on just one holiday. With 25 creative, reflective, and winter-themed prompts, students will stay motivated, imaginative, and excited to write all month long.

Each day of the week features a unique theme to spark ideas and keep writing fresh:

• Magical Monday – creative and imaginative winter stories

• Snowy Tip Tuesday – how-to writing with a frosty twist

• Wintry Would-You-Rather Wednesday – opinion writing with snowy choices

• Throwback Thursday: Frosty Edition – reflection and gratitude writing

• Festive Free-Write Friday – silly, open-ended fun to wrap up the week

What’s Included:
✔ 25 daily writing prompts (5 per week)
✔ Seasonal and holiday-friendly themes (great for diverse classrooms)
✔ A mix of narrative, opinion, how-to, and free-write styles
✔ Engaging, low-prep activity—perfect for morning work, writing centers, journals, or early finishers

Why Teachers Love It:
✅ Prompts are short and simple—perfect for SPED, 2nd, or 3rd grade writers
✅ Easy to print and use, with no extra prep
✅ Consistent format across months for classroom routines
✅ Keeps students practicing writing skills while having FUN!