Using Photos for Creative Writing

I often run out of ideas for writing topics and struggle to find fun interesting inspirational ideas.

I began looking through various magazines and the newspapers. I found some funny photos in animal pictures and sports pages and even some funny 'g' rated photos that come through on email.

One favourite is of a golfer who has hit a divot in the ground and the grass has landed on his hat!
We discuss these funny pictures. What happened, where is the person, how did this occur etc. When using animal photos we discuss body features, animal type, etc.

The photos really inspire the kids imagination and encourage their creativity.
I have used these photos Prep - Grade 2, but the concept would work at any level.