To whet your appetite and keep your writing fingers limber, take a good look at the photo, or let a prompt settle in your mind. Set a timer for a reasonable amount of time, be that five, fifteen, or thirty minutes. Then start writing.
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FICTION
Imagine that Santa Claus is ready to retire from his annual duties. Write a story in which he interviews candidates to replace him who aren’t quite up to snuff.
MEMOIR
Write about your favorite holiday movie when you were a child. Have you watched it lately? If so, how do you feel about it now?
NONFICTION
Write an article or blog post with activities that children can do during their holiday break.
