Notes from the Inkpot

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1000 Creative Writing Prompts: Spark Imagination in Every Classroom and Notebook

1000 Creative Writing Prompts: Spark Imagination in Every Classroom and Notebook

Discover a free collection of 1000 Creative Writing Prompts designed to spark imagination in every classroom and notebook. From eerie openings to beautiful settings and clever twists, this downloadable PDF is packed with story ideas for teachers, students, and writers who want to make creativity part of their daily routine.

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10 Books by Young Authors That Show Students Their Voices Matter

10 Books by Young Authors That Show Students Their Voices Matter

Many students believe they’re “too young” to write something meaningful. Yet history proves otherwise. From Anne Frank’s diary to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Malala Yousafzai’s memoir, young authors have created works that changed literature, history, and even global movements. This post explores ten powerful books written by teenagers and young writers, showing how their voices can inspire students to write with confidence today.

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