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Teacher AI Prompt Templates

Copy any template, fill in the parts in [BRACKETS], paste your reference notes at the bottom, and send to ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude. No prior AI experience needed.

How to use these templates

  1. Click "Copy template" on any card below.
  2. Open ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude (free account โ€” no payment needed).
  3. Paste the template into the chat box. Fill in all [BRACKETS] with your details.
  4. If the template has a "Reference material:" line โ€” paste your textbook notes or syllabus below that line before sending.
  5. Read the output and review for accuracy before classroom use. See Lesson 7 for the review checklist.

Lesson Plans

Use your textbook notes or syllabus as reference material. The more specific you are about class level and topic, the better the output.

Standard 40-minute lesson plan
Lesson plan
You are an experienced [SUBJECT] teacher for [CLASS LEVEL].
Create a 40-minute lesson plan on [TOPIC].
Use only the reference material below.
Include:
  - 3 learning outcomes (what students will be able to do after the lesson)
  - 3 warm-up questions (to start class discussion)
  - Explanation flow (step-by-step, with timing for each step)
  - 1 classroom activity using easily available materials
  - Board summary (5 key points in simple language)
  - 5 homework questions (mix of easy and medium difficulty)
Keep all language at [CLASS LEVEL] level.
Use Indian daily-life examples where possible.
Do not add content outside the reference material.

Reference material:
[PASTE YOUR NOTES OR TEXTBOOK SECTION HERE]
Works for: Science, Maths, English, Social Studies, Hindi, Telugu, and most school subjects.
30-minute quick lesson plan
Lesson plan
You are a [SUBJECT] teacher for [CLASS LEVEL].
Create a 30-minute focused lesson plan on [TOPIC].
This is a revision or follow-up lesson โ€” keep it tight and fast-paced.
Include:
  - 2 warm-up questions (3 minutes)
  - Key points explanation (15 minutes, bullet-style)
  - 1 quick group activity or pair discussion (7 minutes)
  - Exit ticket: 2 questions students answer before leaving (5 minutes)
Keep language simple. All content from reference material only.

Reference material:
[PASTE YOUR NOTES HERE]
Best for: revision classes, catch-up sessions, or covering a single focused concept.
Weekly lesson plan (5 days)
Lesson plan
You are an experienced [SUBJECT] teacher for [CLASS LEVEL].
Create a 5-day weekly lesson plan for the topic: [TOPIC / UNIT NAME].
Each day has one 40-minute period.
Structure each day as: Day title โ†’ Objective โ†’ Key activity โ†’ Homework (2 questions).
Day 1: Introduction and basic concepts.
Day 2: Deeper explanation and examples.
Day 3: Practice with worksheets or problems.
Day 4: Discussion, application, or project activity.
Day 5: Revision, Q&A, and end-of-week quiz (5 questions).
Use only the reference material below. Keep all language at [CLASS LEVEL] level.

Reference material:
[PASTE UNIT NOTES OR CHAPTER SUMMARY HERE]
Best for: planning a full unit or chapter coverage across one school week.

Worksheets

Always specify question types and exact counts. Ask for an answer key in every request.

Mixed question types worksheet
Worksheet
You are a [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT] teacher.
Create a worksheet on [TOPIC] for [CLASS LEVEL] students.
Include:
  - [N] fill-in-the-blank questions
  - [N] MCQs (4 options each, only one correct answer)
  - [N] short-answer questions (answer in 2โ€“3 sentences)
  - [N] application/word problems using Indian daily-life situations
Add a complete answer key at the end.
Use simple language suitable for [CLASS LEVEL].
Use examples from Indian daily life (cities, food, festivals, cricket, markets).
Do not include content outside this syllabus point: [SYLLABUS POINT OR CHAPTER NAME].
Replace [N] with numbers. Example: 5 fill-in-the-blank, 5 MCQs, 4 short-answer, 2 word problems.
Maths practice worksheet
Worksheet ยท Maths
You are a [CLASS LEVEL] Maths teacher.
Create a practice worksheet on [TOPIC] for [CLASS LEVEL] CBSE/State Board students.
Include:
  - 5 direct calculation problems (easy)
  - 5 word problems (medium โ€” use Indian currency rupees, Indian distances in km/m)
  - 3 application problems (hard โ€” multi-step)
  - 1 bonus problem (challenge, clearly marked)
Add a complete answer key with step-by-step solutions for the word problems.
All problems must be solvable using only the methods taught in [CLASS LEVEL].
Do not use calculators or advanced methods not covered at this level.
Always verify Maths answer keys โ€” AI calculation errors are most common in multi-step problems.
Vocabulary and comprehension worksheet (English)
Worksheet ยท English
You are a [CLASS LEVEL] English teacher.
Create a comprehension and vocabulary worksheet based on the passage below.
Include:
  - 5 comprehension questions (find the answer from the passage)
  - 3 inference questions (what does the author mean / what happened next)
  - 5 vocabulary questions (match word to meaning, or fill blank with correct word)
  - 1 short writing task: "Write 3 sentences about [TOPIC CONNECTED TO PASSAGE]"
Add a complete answer key.
Keep all questions at [CLASS LEVEL] reading level.

Passage:
[PASTE THE READING PASSAGE HERE]
Paste the passage directly from your textbook or reader. AI will base all questions only on that text.

Question Papers

Always add "Teacher review required before printing" in your prompt. Verify every answer in the answer key against your textbook.

Class test / unit test (25 marks)
Question paper
You are an experienced [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT] teacher.
Create a unit test question paper on [TOPIC / CHAPTER NAME].
Total marks: 25. Time: 45 minutes.
Difficulty: 40% easy, 40% medium, 20% hard.
Format:
  Section A: 5 MCQs ร— 1 mark = 5 marks
  Section B: 5 short-answer questions ร— 2 marks = 10 marks
  Section C: 2 medium-answer questions ร— 4 marks = 8 marks
  Section D: 1 long-answer OR application question ร— 2 marks = 2 marks
Add a complete answer key with model answers for Sections B, C, D.
Do not copy questions directly from the NCERT/textbook exercises.
Create original questions based on the chapter concepts.
Teacher review required before printing.

Chapter or syllabus reference:
[PASTE CHAPTER TOPICS OR SYLLABUS POINTS HERE]
Adjust the format to match your school's standard question paper pattern before using.
Half-yearly / term exam (50 marks)
Question paper
You are an experienced [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT] teacher.
Create a term exam question paper covering [LIST CHAPTERS / UNITS].
Total marks: 50. Time: 2 hours.
Difficulty: 30% easy, 45% medium, 25% hard.
Format:
  Section A: 10 MCQs ร— 1 mark = 10 marks
  Section B: 6 short-answer questions ร— 2 marks = 12 marks (answer in 3โ€“4 sentences)
  Section C: 4 medium-answer questions ร— 4 marks = 16 marks (answer in 5โ€“6 sentences)
  Section D: 3 long-answer questions ร— 4 marks = 12 marks (choose 2 โ€” internal choice)
Balance questions equally across all listed chapters.
Add a marks distribution table showing which chapter each question tests.
Add a complete answer key.
Teacher review required before printing.

Chapters / topics covered:
[LIST CHAPTERS AND KEY TOPICS HERE]
For board exam format, also specify which sections have internal choice (attempt any X of Y questions).
Oral / viva question list
Question paper ยท Viva
You are a [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT] teacher preparing for oral assessments.
Create a list of 20 viva / oral questions on [TOPIC].
Organise into three groups:
  - Easy (can answer in 1 sentence): 8 questions
  - Medium (needs 2โ€“3 sentences): 8 questions
  - Hard (requires explanation or example): 4 questions
Add expected answers for each question (brief, 1โ€“3 sentences).
Keep language appropriate for [CLASS LEVEL] students speaking in English.
Include 2โ€“3 questions that connect the topic to daily life in India.

Topic reference:
[PASTE CHAPTER NOTES OR SYLLABUS POINTS]
Useful for practical exams, lab vivas, project presentations, and seminar evaluations.

Simple Explanations

Use when a textbook explanation is too complex for your students. AI gives you 2โ€“3 simpler versions to choose from.

Explain a concept in simple language
Explanation
Explain [CONCEPT NAME] to a [CLASS LEVEL] student in India.
Use very simple English โ€” as if explaining to a child who has never heard this term before.
Use a real-life example that a student in an Indian [city / town / village] school would understand.
Keep the explanation to 3 short paragraphs.
End with 2 simple questions the teacher can ask to check understanding.
Do not use technical language beyond [CLASS LEVEL] syllabus.
Example CONCEPT NAME: photosynthesis, democracy, prime numbers, Newton's laws, inflation.
Explain why a common student mistake is wrong
Explanation ยท Correction
Many [CLASS LEVEL] students make this mistake: [DESCRIBE THE MISTAKE].
Explain in simple English:
  1. Why this is incorrect
  2. What the correct understanding is
  3. A simple way to remember the correct version
  4. One example that shows the difference clearly
Write this as something the teacher can read aloud to the class.
Keep language at [CLASS LEVEL] level.
Do not use technical terms that students at this level would not know.
Example mistake: "Students think evaporation only happens when water boils" / "Students confuse mean and median".
Explain a concept using 3 different analogies
Explanation ยท Analogy
Give me 3 different analogies to explain [CONCEPT] to [CLASS LEVEL] students in India.
Each analogy should use a different context: one from daily home life, one from school or sports, one from nature or surroundings.
After each analogy, write 1 sentence explaining how it connects to [CONCEPT].
Keep all language simple enough for [CLASS LEVEL].
The teacher will choose the best analogy for their class.
Especially useful for abstract concepts in Physics, Chemistry, Economics, and Grammar.

Feedback Comments

Never include student names or personal data. Use anonymised descriptions. Always personalise before sharing with students.

Feedback on common class mistakes
Feedback
I am a [SUBJECT] teacher for [CLASS LEVEL].
My students made the following common mistakes in their [ASSIGNMENT / TEST]:
[LIST THE MISTAKES โ€” e.g., "confused active and passive voice", "wrong formula for area of triangle", "incomplete answers to application questions"]

For each mistake, write:
  - A kind, encouraging feedback comment (1โ€“2 sentences)
  - One specific improvement tip the student can act on immediately
  - One example showing the correct approach

Write the feedback as if addressing a student directly. Keep the tone supportive, not critical.
Keep language at [CLASS LEVEL] level.
Use anonymised descriptions only. Never include individual student names or personal data.
Assignment progress note for reports
Feedback ยท Report
Write 3 different versions of a progress comment for a student report card.
Subject: [SUBJECT]. Class: [CLASS LEVEL].

Version 1 โ€” for a strong student: [briefly describe: what they do well, one area for challenge]
Version 2 โ€” for an average student: [briefly describe: solid understanding, what to focus on]
Version 3 โ€” for a student who needs support: [briefly describe: effort shown, specific next step]

Each comment should be 2โ€“3 sentences. Positive, specific, and actionable.
Do not use the student's name โ€” write "[Student]" as a placeholder.
Keep language professional and suitable for a school report card.
Replace [Student] with the actual student name only after reviewing the AI output.

Parent Communication

AI creates a clear, respectful draft. Always add the specific school name, date, and any real details before sending.

General school circular / announcement
Parent message
Write a school circular to parents about [EVENT OR ANNOUNCEMENT].
Details:
  - What: [describe the event or news]
  - When: [date and time]
  - Where: [location if applicable]
  - What parents need to do: [action required, if any]
  - Contact for queries: [teacher name / phone / email]

Keep the tone formal but friendly. Length: 3โ€“4 short paragraphs.
Use simple English that non-native English-speaking parents can understand.
Sign off as: [Your name], Class Teacher, [Class], [School Name].
Add school name, real dates, and contact details before sending. Do not send the raw AI draft.
Attendance / performance concern note
Parent message ยท Concern
Write a polite, caring message from a teacher to a parent about:
[CONCERN โ€” e.g., "irregular attendance in the last 3 weeks" OR "declining test scores in Maths" OR "not submitting homework regularly"]

The message should:
  - State the concern clearly without blaming
  - Acknowledge that the parent may not be aware
  - Ask for a short meeting or phone call to discuss support
  - End on a positive, collaborative note
  - Be 3โ€“4 sentences long

Do not include the student's name โ€” use "[Student]" as a placeholder.
Keep the tone respectful, warm, and solution-focused.
Replace [Student] with the actual student name before sending. Review the full message for tone.
Exam / result communication
Parent message ยท Exams
Write a parent message about the upcoming [EXAM TYPE โ€” e.g., "Half-yearly exams", "Unit test", "Board exams"].
Include:
  - Exam dates: [dates]
  - Subjects: [subjects]
  - Syllabus coverage: [brief description]
  - How parents can support preparation at home (2โ€“3 practical tips)
  - What to bring on exam day (if relevant)
Keep the message encouraging, not stressful. Length: 4โ€“5 short paragraphs.
Write in simple English that parents with basic English can understand.
Add actual dates, subjects, and school-specific information before sending to parents.

Classroom Activities

AI generates structured activity instructions. Always check that the activity is practical for your classroom size and available resources.

Group discussion activity
Activity ยท Discussion
Create a group discussion activity for a [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT] class on [TOPIC].
Class size: approximately [NUMBER] students. Groups of [GROUP SIZE].
Time available: [MINUTES] minutes.
Include:
  - 1 clear discussion question (open-ended, no single right answer)
  - 3 follow-up prompts if the discussion slows down
  - Instructions for how to run the activity (teacher's step-by-step guide)
  - How to bring the class back together to share (2โ€“3 minutes)
  - 1 exit question each student answers individually after the discussion
Keep the topic relevant to [CLASS LEVEL] understanding. Use Indian contexts where possible.
Good for: Social Studies, English, Science ethics topics, History, and Environmental Studies.
Quick revision quiz game
Activity ยท Quiz game
Create a 10-question rapid-fire quiz for [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT] to revise [TOPIC].
Format: Teacher asks question aloud. Students call out answer or write on slate/paper.
Include:
  - 10 quick questions (short, clear, one-word or one-sentence answers)
  - Answer key for the teacher
  - Scoring: 1 point per correct answer
  - 3 bonus challenge questions for fast finishers
Keep questions at [CLASS LEVEL] difficulty. Vary between easy, medium, and slightly tricky.
This is a fun revision activity โ€” questions should be engaging, not anxiety-inducing.
Works for any subject. Adjust time limit to 5โ€“10 minutes. Great for the last 10 minutes of class.
Project or research task instructions
Activity ยท Project
Create student instructions for a project task on [TOPIC] for [CLASS LEVEL] [SUBJECT].
Project duration: [DAYS / WEEKS].
Format: [individual / pairs / group of 3โ€“4].
Include:
  - Project title and objective (what students will learn by doing this)
  - Step-by-step instructions (5โ€“6 steps, clear enough for students to follow independently)
  - List of allowed resources (textbook, library, internet โ€” specify what is permitted)
  - What to submit (poster / written report / presentation / model โ€” specify)
  - Evaluation criteria (what makes a good project โ€” 3โ€“4 points)
  - Submission deadline: [DATE]
Keep instructions simple enough for students to read and follow without teacher help.
Review AI project instructions carefully โ€” check that resource requirements are realistic for your school context.

Remedial Support

Use these templates for students who need extra support or challenge. Never include student names or personal information in your prompt.

Simplified notes for struggling students
Remedial ยท Simplified
Rewrite the following [SUBJECT] notes from [CLASS LEVEL] in much simpler language.
Target: a student who is struggling with this topic and needs the explanation to be slower, clearer, and easier.
Make the language 2 class levels simpler.
Break every concept into very small steps.
Use short sentences (maximum 12 words per sentence).
Add a real Indian daily-life example for each key idea.
End with 5 very easy practice questions to build confidence.

Original notes:
[PASTE THE TEXTBOOK OR CLASS NOTES HERE]
Review simplified output to confirm no facts were changed โ€” only language should be simplified.
Extra practice for students who need more
Remedial ยท Practice
Create an extra practice sheet for [CLASS LEVEL] students who need additional support on [TOPIC].
Focus only on the most basic foundational concepts โ€” not advanced applications.
Include:
  - 3 worked examples showing the concept step by step
  - 5 guided practice problems (with partial working shown โ€” student fills in blanks)
  - 5 independent practice problems (no hints)
  - Answer key for all problems
Keep everything at the simplest possible level.
Use encouraging language in instructions: "You can do this", "Try step by step".
Do not include any new concepts not already taught.
Best for: Maths foundations, grammar rules, Science definitions, and any topic with sequential steps.
Challenge tasks for advanced students
Remedial ยท Advanced
Create 5 challenge tasks for advanced [CLASS LEVEL] students who have mastered the basics of [TOPIC] and need more stretch.
These tasks should:
  - Go beyond the standard syllabus without introducing content from a higher class
  - Require creative thinking, connections between ideas, or real-world application
  - Have no single obvious answer โ€” reward explanation and reasoning
  - Each take 5โ€“10 minutes to complete
Mark each task with difficulty: medium-hard or hard.
Add a brief teacher note explaining what kind of thinking each task develops.
All tasks must stay within [CLASS LEVEL] content boundaries.
Use for fast finishers, gifted students, or enrichment programmes. Review that tasks don't exceed syllabus.
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