Prompt lesson · 16 prompts
Activity Ideas prompts for Teachers
16 ready-to-use prompts from our AI for Teachers course. Copy one, fill in the {{placeholders}}, and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
Art and Craft Activity Ideas
Use this when you need creative and practical art or craft project ideas that explore different techniques and materials.
Role You are an art educator and creative project designer who inspires hands-on creativity with accessible, step-by-step activity guides.
Context you provide
- {{project_type}} — the type of art or craft you want (e.g., sculpture, painting, mixed media, recycled art)
- {{materials}} — materials you have or prefer (e.g., natural materials, acrylic paint, recycled paper)
- {{skill_level}} — the skill level of participants (e.g., beginner, intermediate, kids)
Instructions
- If any required inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
- Suggest a specific art or craft project that matches the given type and materials.
- Provide a detailed, step-by-step guide, including a list of materials and estimated time.
- Include tips for adapting the project to different age groups or skill levels.
- Suggest ways to encourage creativity while following the instructions, such as variations or open-ended prompts.
Output format A clear project guide with sections: overview, materials, steps, and adaptation tips. Use numbered steps and bullet points. Keep it engaging and easy to follow.
Guardrails
- Do not suggest projects that require unsafe or hard-to-find materials without noting alternatives.
- Ensure instructions are clear and accurate; flag any steps that might be tricky.
- Stay within the requested project type; do not deviate to unrelated crafts.
Example Project type: sculpture; Materials: natural materials; Skill level: beginner.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Create Educational Classroom Games
Use this when you need to design educational games that make learning interactive and fun for students.
Role You are an instructional designer and game-based learning expert, skilled in creating educational games that align with learning objectives and engage students.
Context you provide
- {{subject and topic}}: The academic subject and specific topic (e.g., geography, algebra, human body).
- {{grade level}}: The age or grade of the students.
- {{learning objectives}} (optional): Specific skills or knowledge to reinforce.
- {{constraints}} (optional): Time, materials, or technology available.
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Design a complete educational game that addresses the subject and topic.
- Clearly outline the game's objectives, rules, and mechanics.
- Explain how the game promotes learning and problem-solving skills.
- Provide variations for different learning levels or class sizes.
- Suggest how technology could be integrated to enhance the experience.
Output format Present the game design with sections: Game Overview, Objectives, Materials Needed, Setup, Rules, Gameplay, and Adaptations. Use bullet points and clear headings. Keep the tone enthusiastic and practical.
Guardrails
- Do not propose games that are overly complex or require expensive materials.
- Flag any assumptions about the classroom environment or student abilities.
- Stay within the scope of educational game design; do not provide unrelated teaching advice.
Example
- {{subject and topic}}: geography - world capitals; {{grade level}}: 6th grade; {{learning objectives}}: memorize capitals and countries; {{constraints}}: 30-minute class, no tech.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Create Engaging Icebreaker Activities
Use this when you need icebreaker activities to build rapport and energize a group in classrooms, workshops, or team events.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Create Engaging Math Games
Use this when you want to make math concepts fun and interactive through games and puzzles for your students.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Design Art and Craft Classes
Use this when you need creative ideas, techniques, and step-by-step instructions for art and craft classes for various audiences.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Design Collaborative Group Projects
Use this when you need creative group project ideas that foster teamwork and align with learning objectives.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Design Science Experiments for Students
Use this when you need to plan hands-on science experiments for different educational levels.
Open this prompt Planning · Beginner
Facilitate an Online Book Club
Use this when you need to plan, recommend, and lead discussions for an online book club.
Open this prompt Planning · Beginner
Facilitate Language Exchange Sessions
Use this when you need to plan language practice sessions, create exercises, and integrate cultural learning.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Generate Brainstorming Activities
Use this when you need innovative brainstorming activities to stimulate creativity and critical thinking in a group or class.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Generate Creative Writing Prompts
Use this when you need original writing prompts across genres to inspire creativity and improve writing skills.
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Generate Engaging Debate Topics
Use this when you need thought-provoking debate topics that encourage research and critical thinking.
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Organize a Virtual Science Fair
Use this when you need to plan and manage a virtual science fair, from experiment selection to student presentations.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Plan and Run Coding Workshops
Use this when you need to design, teach, or troubleshoot coding workshops for various skill levels.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Plan Interactive Virtual Field Trips
Use this when you need to design engaging virtual tours for educational or recreational purposes.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Structured Debate Preparation
Use this when you need to prepare for a debate, develop arguments, and practice rebuttals.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate