Ask a Story kids submit topics for next week is a joyful, simple invite. Each week Storypie asks children to name one topic and parents to send it in the app. Tiny sparks can turn into full stories by next week. For example, a penguin who babysits or a lost sock that talks can move from a lunch table idea to a tale everyone enjoys. If you’d like extra inspiration, there are curated, age-appropriate lists and topic banks that parents and teachers use to spark ideas—see resources like JournalBuddies’ research topics or Edubirdie’s 200+ topics collection.
How to submit for next week
First, open the Storypie app. Then follow the on-screen submission prompts. Also note that the campaign runs weekly. Ideas labeled for next week are time-sensitive, so send them soon. Submit directly through the Storypie app: Submit via the Storypie app.
Cozy December frame
Right now we are in our Cozy December frame. So we are collecting kids ideas for next week s tales. Tip: ask your child to name one topic now to boost imagination. It only takes one word to spark a story. If you want a short set of fresh prompts to try right away, ElementaryAssessments’ list of 11 topics is a handy quick reference.
Quick tips for busy parents
Keep it easy and playful. For example, ask during routine moments like lunch or car rides. Also keep the idea short. One clear topic beats a long description. Simple, organized prompts help a child focus; Kiddle notes that good research for kids is “always organized, planned, and fair,” which is a helpful way to think about turning a single idea into a story. Finally, avoid personal details like full names, addresses, or school names.
- Ask in routine moments – lunch, snack time, or walk
- One-word or one-phrase ideas work best
- Do not include identifying details
Simple prompts to get started
Here are a few micro-prompts you can use right away. Try one and watch a child light up.
- A penguin that babysits
- My lost sock can talk
- A dragon who hates fire
- A tree that tells jokes
- A secret door under the couch
Timing, expectations, and turnaround
Submissions are collected for the following week. Therefore check the app for exact deadlines. Storypie curates and moderates ideas, and some submissions may be edited or combined before publication. Expect a next week turnaround window rather than instant publish.
Safety, privacy, and moderation
Before you submit, review Storypie s in-app guidelines and privacy settings. Moderation keeps content family-friendly. If a child s idea might be shared publicly, obtain parent or guardian consent and avoid personal identifiers. Also use parental settings in the app to manage visibility.
Share and amplify
Feel free to share your prompt on social channels with the official tags. A short copy you can use: Cozy December lunch break – Storypie is collecting kids ideas for next week s tales. Tip: ask your child to name one topic now. Submit through the Storypie app.
Final thought
Tiny sparks, huge hoorays. Asking a child for one topic is a small act with big imaginative payoff. Try it today and send your idea through Storypie for a new, child-inspired tale next week.
