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
Write about a family’s outing from the perspective of the toddler.
MEMOIR
Write about your experiences with children—your own or someone else’s. Are you able to get in touch with your playful side?
NONFICTION
Write an article or blog post with your tips for relating to children under the age of five.