





Dark They Were, And Golden Eyed Creative Writing Prompts
When the Earth is gone and Mars becomes home, what does it mean to remain human? These 10 creative writing prompts explore transformation, memory, and identity in the face of irreversible change.
Students are invited to imagine shifting landscapes, haunted minds, and the slow erosion of culture and self, writing their way through Bradbury’s eerie tale of Martian metamorphosis.
◆ 12 creative writing prompts exploring colonisation, cultural loss, and environmental change
◆ Tasks include imagined interviews, narrative retellings, inner monologues, and symbolic short stories
◆ Builds understanding of theme, symbolism, and character development
◆ Ideal for KS3/KS4 or equivalent grades
◆ Downloadable PDF for easy printing
A rich resource for English teachers, these prompts help students grapple with identity, adaptation, and the haunting beauty of becoming something new.
When the Earth is gone and Mars becomes home, what does it mean to remain human? These 10 creative writing prompts explore transformation, memory, and identity in the face of irreversible change.
Students are invited to imagine shifting landscapes, haunted minds, and the slow erosion of culture and self, writing their way through Bradbury’s eerie tale of Martian metamorphosis.
◆ 12 creative writing prompts exploring colonisation, cultural loss, and environmental change
◆ Tasks include imagined interviews, narrative retellings, inner monologues, and symbolic short stories
◆ Builds understanding of theme, symbolism, and character development
◆ Ideal for KS3/KS4 or equivalent grades
◆ Downloadable PDF for easy printing
A rich resource for English teachers, these prompts help students grapple with identity, adaptation, and the haunting beauty of becoming something new.