📝 AI Writing Prompts for Teachers

Curated prompt templates that actually work — copy, paste, and customize for your classroom

🎯 Lesson Planning Prompts

Complete Lesson Plan Generator

Create a complete lesson plan for [GRADE] [SUBJECT] on [TOPIC]. Include: - Learning objectives (3-4, using Bloom's taxonomy) - Opening hook activity (10 minutes) - Main instruction with differentiation for struggling and advanced learners - Hands-on practice activity - Formative assessment check - Homework assignment - Required materials list Time: [MINUTES] | Class size: [NUMBER] students

Best for: Quick planning when you're short on time or need a fresh approach to a familiar topic.

Differentiated Activity Generator

I need three versions of the same activity about [TOPIC] for a mixed-ability class: - Version A: For students reading 2+ years below grade level (simplified language, visual supports) - Version B: On-grade level (standard complexity) - Version C: For advanced learners (extension, critical thinking, open-ended) Keep the core learning objective the same for all three versions.

Best for: Inclusion classrooms where you need to reach every learner without creating entirely separate lessons.

📊 Assessment & Rubric Prompts

Rubric Builder

Create a detailed rubric for [ASSIGNMENT TYPE] on [TOPIC]. Include: - 4 performance levels (Exceeds, Meets, Approaching, Beginning) - 4-5 criteria categories - Specific descriptors for each level - Point values Make it student-friendly so they can self-assess.

Exit Ticket Generator

Write 5 exit ticket questions for today's lesson on [TOPIC]. Include: - 2 comprehension questions (what did we learn) - 2 application questions (how would you use this) - 1 reflection question (what's still confusing or interesting) Make them quick to answer (1-2 sentences each).

💬 Feedback & Communication Prompts

Student Feedback Personalizer

Help me write constructive feedback for a student who [SITUATION]. Their work shows: [POSITIVE OBSERVATIONS] Areas to improve: [GROWTH AREAS] Tone: [ENCOURAGING/DIRECT/BRIEF] Length: 3-4 sentences Avoid: generic praise, overwhelming criticism

Parent Email Draft

Draft a professional email to parents about [SITUATION]. Context: [BRIEF BACKGROUND] Purpose: [WHAT YOU NEED] Tone: [COLLABORATIVE/CONCERNED/INFORMATIVE] Keep it under 150 words and include a specific call to action or next step.

📚 EAL/ESL-Specific Prompts

Simplified Text Generator

Rewrite this text for EAL learners at [CEFR LEVEL A1/A2/B1]: [TEXT] Requirements: - Simplify vocabulary (common words only) - Shorten sentences (max 15 words each) - Keep all key information - Add [NUMBER] comprehension questions at the end

Visual Support Planner

I'm teaching [VOCABULARY/TOPIC] to EAL learners. Suggest: - 5 visual aids or realia I could use - 3 gestures or actions to demonstrate meaning - 2 cognates or connections to [STUDENTS' L1 if known] - 1 simple drawing I could make on the board

💡 Pro Tips for Better Results

Be specific about your context. "Grade 7" gets better results than "middle school."
Include constraints. "Keep it under 200 words" or "make it hands-on" helps the AI focus.
Ask for formats you can use. "Bullet points," "table format," or "matching activity" are easier to implement than paragraphs.
Iterate. If the first result isn't perfect, ask for changes: "Make it more challenging" or "Add more scaffolding."
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Real Use Cases

🕐 The Sunday Night Panic

It's 8 PM Sunday. You need a Monday lesson on photosynthesis that includes a hands-on activity and works for your inclusion class. Use the Complete Lesson Plan Generator with specific time constraints and mention your special needs students. You'll have a workable plan in 2 minutes.

📧 The Difficult Email

A student is struggling but you're not sure how to word it to parents without causing panic. Use the Parent Email Draft prompt, specify a collaborative tone, and you'll get a professional message that invites partnership rather than defensiveness.

🌍 The EAL Challenge

You just got a new student who speaks very little English. Use the Visual Support Planner to quickly prepare vocabulary supports that don't require shared language. Pair with the Simplified Text Generator for any readings.

Start Using These Prompts

Copy any prompt above and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, or Kimi. Customize the bracketed sections and get results tailored to your classroom.

Remember: AI helps you work faster, not replace your judgment. Always review and adjust output to match your students' needs.