Ask a Story prompts for next week are open now. Send two tiny words and watch a spark become a bite-size tale.
How it works
Send a short prompt through the Storypie app. Parents or guardians must submit and approve the idea.
Two words are the trick that stretches a child’s imagination. Try one place and one thing. Or try one feeling and one object. Keep prompts family friendly and free of personal details. In fact, a recent Scholastic report found that 52% of children expressed a desire for books that make them laugh, highlighting how humor can inspire engaging storytelling prompts.
Ask a Story prompts for next week: what to expect
We collect sparks on a rolling schedule and turn them into short stories the following week. Because turnaround is quick, submit early in the week. This gives editors time to shape the tale.
Each finished piece is child friendly. It may appear as text or audio on the Storypie platform. In fact, 46% of U.S. children ages 6–12 have ever listened to a podcast, showcasing the growing trend of audio storytelling that can complement the written stories we create. Check the app for exact publication formats and deadlines.
Tips for better sparks
Keep it tiny and playful. Two-word prompts give the story room to breathe. Also, try simple contrasts or surprising combos. Interestingly, around 40% of children aged 6–17 reported having difficulty finding books they like, so think about what resonates with your child’s interests.
- Contrast: moon kite
- Surprise: lost sandwich
- Whimsy: garden dragon
- Adventure: cliff bicycle
- Cozy: lemonade fort
Ask your child to whisper two words. Then let them pick one more if they insist. Little prompts often inspire the biggest adventures. Research suggests that among young podcast listeners, 39% enjoy short stories, making them a great inspiration for your prompts.
Safety and consent
Because kids send ideas, parental involvement matters. Please do not include full names, addresses, school names, or other identifying details in a prompt.
Submit under a parent or guardian account and review Storypie’s terms and privacy pages in the app to understand how submissions are used. Moderation and editing keep stories family friendly.
Visit Get the app to submit. Also see Storypie terms and privacy for details.
A short script to try
Sit cross-legged and say: “Pick two wild words. One place and one thing. I will send your spark to Storypie and they might turn it into a story next week.” That simple ritual makes the moment feel official and magical.
After a story is published
Read it together and celebrate the spark. Ask your child what surprised them. Share the joy with family and friends. According to 68% of parents of kid monthly podcast listeners say their children listen with at least one parent, reinforcing the idea that storytelling can be a wonderful family activity.
For social sharing, try this copy: We’re taking topic ideas for next week! Have your kid send a spark and we’ll turn it into a short story. Tip: pick two words as a prompt to boost creativity. Submit ideas via the app.
Why join
It is quick and delightfully collaborative. Children see their small idea honoured. Families get a fresh, playful story every week. Join the hum of tiny sparks and see what brilliant stories follow.
Ready to spark one? Open the app, pick two words, and let a small idea become a lovely little story.
