Writing Prompts

Donald J. Trump is the first American president to be declared a felon, a stain he will carry as he seeks to regain the presidency.

An A.I. robot gave a commencement address at a university in Buffalo. What do you think? Who would you want to speak at your graduation?

Tell us a story, real or made up, that is inspired by this image.

Do you think there are types of businesses where dogs should be welcome? And places where dogs should not be permitted?

What do you think this image is communicating?

A planetarium? A Broadway theater? A baseball stadium? A famous library? Where would you most love to have a sleepover?

This new French stamp is a scratch-and-sniff. If you could design a stamp, what would yours feature?

Do the teen and tween boys you know love high-end fragrances?

In this forum, we invite both students and teachers to reflect on their challenges and successes — and to consider how to build on them for next year.

Maryland has an initiative to help residents find paid work in areas like community development and public health. Tell us if such a program interests you.

An organization in Harlem is investing millions of dollars to create savings plans for students in its charter schools. Is that a good idea?

Tell us a story, real or made up, that is inspired by this image.

New nutrition guidelines will mean less salt and sugar in school meals. Teenagers share whether they think students will embrace the changes.

Do you love it, hate it or feel something in between?

What do you think this image is communicating?

Did you watch the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?

What word in any language feels especially beautiful, interesting or meaningful to you?

Recent studies suggest that school mental health programs may not be beneficial and could even have a negative effect. What has been your experience?

Bronx students create and race these cars as part of their science curriculum. Has your school ever offered an engaging real-world project that helped you learn?

Do you cook, play games or watch sports? How has spending this time together shaped your relationship?

Do you know how to say “I’m sorry” and really mean it? Or do you have a hard time admitting you did something wrong?

Tell us a story, real or made up, that is inspired by this image.

Does technology help students be more organized, efficient and prepared for the future? Or is it just a distraction?

A Paris soccer team made its tickets free. Should others follow suit, or at least make prices a lot cheaper?

What do you think this image is communicating?

Cheetahs can reach speeds of 58 m.p.h. or more. Bats use echolocation to fly in the dark. What do you find extraordinary about animals?

Would you eat a cicada — or any other type of bug? If so, how would you like it cooked?

What were your favorite and least favorite looks at this year’s show?

A Lego set, Hot Wheels car or Barbie doll? A new board or video game? A favorite childhood plaything reimagined for today?

New federal rules will require school cafeterias to reduce the amount of salt and sugar in the foods they serve. Do you think students will embrace the changes?

Twelve lawmakers told The Times what Congress was really like. Do their answers make a life in public office more admirable and attractive to you? Or is it something you would rather avoid?

Tell us a story, real or made up, that is inspired by this image.

What have you bought, watched, listened to, read, made, eaten or tried out because someone on TikTok, Instagram or X suggested you should?

What do you think this image is communicating?

What story can these images tell?

Experts say that keeping track of your tiny victories can boost your motivation and morale. What have you succeeded in lately?

A youth ensemble in New York City had an extraordinary opportunity. Would you want to be a part of a school orchestra or band?

An Opinion columnist argues that students can benefit from living with people they don’t know. Do you agree?

The Times’s Upshot is a section devoted to visualizing data behind news stories. How good is your graph literacy?

Caitlin Clark’s rookie salary in the W.N.B.A. is a fraction of the multimillion dollar contract that Victor Wembanyama signed last year.