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50 AI Prompts for Louisiana Teachers

Copy a prompt, paste it into any AI tool, and replace the words in [brackets]. Always review what AI gives you before students see it, and never enter student names or personal information.

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Planning and Louisiana standards

1

Write a 45-minute lesson plan for [grade] [subject] on [topic], aligned to the Louisiana Student Standards. Include an "I can" objective, warm-up, direct instruction, guided practice, independent practice and an exit ticket, with times for each part.

2

Break the standard [paste standard] into 3 to 5 smaller skills, in the order students should learn them, with one quick check for each.

3

Create a [number]-week unit plan for [grade] [subject] on [topic]. For each week list the focus, key lessons and one hands-on activity.

4

Write 5 student-friendly "I can" statements for [topic] in [grade], each with two success criteria.

5

Give me 5 engaging hooks to open a lesson on [topic] for [grade]. Use Louisiana places, foods or events where they fit.

6

Suggest 5 hands-on, low-prep activities to teach [topic] to [grade]. List materials, steps and how I'll check understanding.

7

Write 5 bell ringers for [grade] [subject] that review [skill]. Each should take 3 to 5 minutes. Include answers.

8

Create a station rotation for [topic] with 4 stations for a 60-minute block. Describe each station and how groups rotate.

9

Turn this lesson into a version I can teach in [shorter time] without losing the main objective: [paste lesson].

10

List the common misconceptions students have about [topic] in [grade], and how to address each one in class.

Assessment and LEAP-style practice

11

Write [number] multiple-choice questions on [topic] for [grade] in the style of the LEAP 2025 test. Give 4 choices each, and put an answer key with explanations at the end.

12

Write an original [length]-word reading passage on [topic] at a [grade] reading level, followed by 6 questions covering main idea, vocabulary in context and inference. Include an answer key.

13

Create a 3-question exit ticket on [topic] for [grade]: two quick checks and one "explain your thinking" question. Tell me what a wrong answer to each might mean.

14

Make a 4-point rubric for [assignment] in a table, with 4 criteria and student-friendly language in each box.

15

Write a constructed-response question on [topic] for [grade], plus a model answer that would earn full credit and one that would earn partial credit.

16

Create a Jeopardy-style review game on [topic] with 5 categories and 5 questions each, getting harder as points go up. Include answers.

17

Write 10 short-answer questions on [topic] that test understanding, not just memorizing. Include sample answers.

18

Take these quiz results [paste or describe] and tell me which skills the class missed most and what to reteach first.

19

Write a one-page study guide on [topic] for [grade] with key ideas, vocabulary, 2 worked examples and 10 practice questions.

20

Turn this multiple-choice question into 3 versions: easier, on grade level and more challenging: [paste question].

Differentiation and English learners

21

Rewrite this text for students reading 2 grade levels below [grade], keeping all the important facts: [paste text].

22

Take this assignment and make 3 versions: one with more support, one on grade level and one extension for advanced students: [paste assignment].

23

Create sentence frames and a word bank to help English learners discuss [topic] in [grade].

24

Translate these directions into simple Spanish and keep the English version underneath: [paste directions].

25

Give me 8 accommodations for a student who struggles with [reading / attention / writing] during a lesson on [topic]. (Never include student names.)

26

Explain [concept] in 3 different ways: with an everyday analogy, with a picture description I can draw on the board, and step by step.

27

Create a vocabulary list for [topic] with kid-friendly definitions, an example sentence and the Spanish word for each.

28

Write a challenge task for students who finish early on [topic] that goes deeper instead of just giving them more of the same.

29

Turn this paragraph into a graphic organizer outline that helps students take notes: [paste text].

30

Write 5 discussion questions on [topic] at different levels of difficulty, from recall to analysis.

Family communication

31

Write a warm, short email to parents about [event or update]. Include the date and anything they need to do. Use [Parent] and [Student] as placeholders.

32

Write a positive note home about a student who [specific success]. Keep it to 3 sentences and use [Student] as the placeholder.

33

Help me write a calm, professional reply to this parent message. Acknowledge their concern and suggest a next step: [paste message].

34

Write a parent message about missing work that is supportive, not blaming, and gives a clear way to catch up.

35

Write a weekly class newsletter with sections for what we learned, what's coming up and how families can help at home. Notes: [paste notes].

36

Write this parent message in both English and Spanish: [paste message].

37

Write a conference request email that explains why I'd like to meet and offers [number] time options.

38

Write 5 report card comments for a student who is [excelling / on track / needs support] in [subject]. Use [Student] and vary the wording.

Classroom management and SEL

39

Give me 5 calm, short phrases to redirect a student who is [behavior] without embarrassing them in front of the class.

40

Write 10 morning meeting or check-in questions for [grade] that are safe to answer in front of classmates.

41

Create a simple behavior plan for a class that struggles with [issue], including prevention, in-the-moment responses and positive reinforcement.

42

Write a short lesson on [kindness / teamwork / handling frustration] for [grade] with a discussion and quick activity.

43

Suggest 5 quick brain breaks for [grade] that take 2 minutes or less and need no equipment.

44

Write classroom expectations for [routine, like group work or using laptops] in student-friendly language, with examples of what it looks like.

Saving time as a teacher

45

Write complete sub plans for [grade] [subject] for one day, with a schedule, step-by-step directions a substitute can follow, and early-finisher activities. Schedule: [paste].

46

Give feedback on this student writing: 2 specific strengths, 2 specific next steps, written to the student in an encouraging tone: [paste work, no names].

47

Turn these messy meeting notes into a summary, decisions made and an action list with owners: [paste notes].

48

Help me prepare for my observation. Here is my lesson: [describe]. List strengths to highlight, evidence of student learning and possible reflection answers.

49

Make a checklist of everything I need to prepare for [field trip / science fair / testing week].

50

Write a short, professional email to my principal about [topic]. Lead with the main point and keep it under 150 words.

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