Duration 20–30 minutes
Grouping Individual
Strategy Ideas
Materials
- Paper or notebook
- Timer
- Multiple prompts or topics
Teacher Instructions
- Prepare several short prompts or topics related to the writing project.
- Set a timer for 3–5 minutes per prompt.
- Students write a short response to each prompt in the time allowed.
- After completing all prompts, students review their responses and identify the strongest material.
- Students select the best ideas to develop further in their writing project.
Teaching Tips
- This activity builds writing stamina and fluency.
- Encourage students to try different approaches to the same topic across prompts.
- The rush format reduces anxiety – nothing has to be perfect.
Student Handout
Write a short response to each prompt in the time allowed. Don’t overthink it – just write!