What to ask if you are an Elementary School Teacher

Backplain prompt ideas for Elementary school teachers

[Last updated: September 10, 2023]

If you are an elementary school teacher who is new to backplain, these sample prompts can provide you with a starting point:

As you review the answers, consider asking additional follow-up questions that are tailored to your specific class, students, parents, and partner teachers.


1. Generate a fun and educational story idea for my next class read-aloud.

2. Help me create a catchy and informative bulletin board display for my classroom.

3. Provide me with engaging icebreaker questions for the first day of school.

4. Suggest classroom management strategies for a group of energetic second graders.

5. Share creative ideas for teaching multiplication tables to third graders.

6. Generate a list of science experiment ideas suitable for fourth graders.

7. Assist me in designing a daily schedule that maximizes learning time.

8. Offer tips on how to differentiate instruction for diverse learners in my class.

9. Provide me with strategies for fostering a growth mindset in my students.

10. Suggest ways to integrate technology into my lessons effectively.

11. Help me create a list of classroom rules and expectations.

12. Generate a list of math word problems for fifth graders.

13. Assist me in planning a thematic unit on ecosystems for my science class.

14. Provide advice on managing parent-teacher conferences successfully.

15. Share tips on incorporating art and creativity into the curriculum.

16. Offer ideas for organizing classroom supplies and materials efficiently.

17. Suggest strategies for dealing with challenging behaviors in the classroom.

18. Generate writing prompts to inspire my students' creative writing.

19. Assist me in planning a field trip that aligns with our curriculum.

20. Provide me with tips for teaching time management skills to students.

21. Share ideas for classroom games that make learning fun.

22. Help me design a memorable end-of-year class party.

23. Suggest ways to create a more inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.

24. Offer strategies for teaching students how to work collaboratively.

25. Provide guidance on conducting effective parent-teacher communication.

26. Share strategies for integrating social-emotional learning (SEL) into my lessons.

27. Generate a list of age-appropriate educational YouTube channels for kids.

28. Assist me in setting academic goals for my students.

29. Offer advice on organizing and grading student assignments efficiently.

30. Provide tips for engaging reluctant readers in the classroom.

31. Suggest methods for teaching responsible internet use to students.

32. Help me create a lesson plan for teaching map skills in geography.

33. Share ideas for teaching cultural diversity and inclusion.

34. Generate discussion questions for promoting critical thinking in class.

35. Assist me in planning a fun and educational classroom party.

36. Offer strategies for accommodating students with special needs.

37. Provide me with tips on setting up a cozy reading corner in my classroom.

38. Suggest ways to incorporate environmental education into the curriculum.

39. Help me plan a memorable and educational holiday-themed activity.

40. Share strategies for fostering a love of learning in my students.

41. Provide me with tips on promoting good study habits.

42. Suggest methods for teaching digital citizenship and online safety.

43. Offer ideas for creating interactive science experiments.

44. Assist me in developing a classroom reward system that encourages positive behavior.

45. Share strategies for managing and reducing teacher stress.

46. Generate a list of STEM project ideas for elementary students.

47. Help me plan a collaborative project with other teachers.

48. Provide tips on creating engaging and informative presentations for parents.

49. Suggest ways to teach responsible use of social media to older elementary students.

50. Offer advice on incorporating mindfulness and relaxation techniques in the classroom.