All My Great Excuses

This Creative Writing Prompts worksheet features a humorous poem titled “All My Great Excuses” from the book Revenge of the Lunch Ladies, which presents a series of increasingly outlandish reasons for not completing homework. The activity encourages creative writing by asking students to generate their own imaginative excuses, create new characters, or expand on one of the poem’s scenarios. This exercise enhances creative thinking, narrative writing skills, and the ability to elaborate on ideas. The relatable theme of homework excuses makes it particularly engaging for grades 3-5, while also promoting imagination and storytelling skills in a fun, low-pressure context.