Looking for engaging beginner writing prompts for your ESL students? This Quick Write Digital Journal is perfect for practicing sentence structure, grammar, and vocabulary through fun, structured writing tasks. The set includes 42 prompts that gradually increase in difficulty, allowing students to build confidence in writing at their own pace. Available in Google Slides™, digital PDF (editable), and printable formats, this flexible resource works for both in-person and online instruction.
Prompts focus on Present Simple tense, adverbs of frequency, descriptive adjectives, and sequencing words—all essential grammar topics for beginner and elementary-level ESL students.
Writing Categories Included
- Introduce Yourself – 5 prompts
- My Favorites – 13 prompts
- My Routine – 8 prompts
- How-To / Giving Instructions – 8 prompts
- Describe It! – 8 prompts
Each prompt includes built-in writing hints to help students structure their responses effectively.
What’s Included
- This is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.
- Google Slides™ version — Students can type directly into editable text boxes.
- Digital PDF with editable fields — All sections are hyperlinked for easy navigation.
- Printable “less ink” version — Features ruled lines for traditional handwriting practice.
System Requirements for Digital Use
- Computer, laptop, or mobile device with Google Apps™ installed
- Google account
- Internet connection
How to Use
Assign prompts as daily writing warm-ups, homework, or journal activities. Students can write responses digitally or by hand using the printable version. The digital layout is easy to navigate, allowing for independent learning and self-paced writing practice.
Pair It With
For even more Present Simple practice, pair this digital writing journal with the Present Simple Conversation Question Cards — a set of fun speaking prompts designed to help ESL students use Present Simple tense naturally in conversation.
Perfect For Teachers Searching For
- ESL writing prompts and sentence starters
- Present Simple grammar practice
- Digital and printable ESL journals
- Editable Google Slides™ writing activities
- Beginner and elementary ESL writing resources
Also Available on Teachers Pay Teachers
Prefer shopping on TpT? Find it here: ESL Present Simple Writing Prompts Digital Notebook | + Editable & Printable PDF .