If I Were a Doctor - Writing Prompt

Paging all future kid doctors! If your students have ever imagined themselves in a lab coat with a stethoscope and the power to prescribe lollipops, this is the writing prompt for them. If I Were a Doctor is a fun, creative activity that encourages K–2 students to think about how they’d help others if they were in charge of the exam room.

This resource includes a writing section where students can explain what kind of doctor they’d be (pet doctors? toe doctors?), how they’d help their patients, and what tools they’d use, spoiler: band-aids will be everywhere. There’s also a drawing section so they can show off their dream doctor outfit and office setup, expect LOTS of stickers.

Ways to Use:

• Perfect for community helpers units or career day.

• Great for early finishers or morning work.

• Use in writing centers or for a creative Friday activity.

• Makes a fun class bulletin board display, Dr. Jellybean, anyone?

Advantages:

• Encourages imaginative thinking and storytelling.

• Helps kids connect learning to real-world careers.

• Supports sentence writing, sequencing, and drawing skills.

• No prep required, just print and go!

Pdf file includes 2 pages.

Enjoy!