AI Prompt Library

Create a 6-week composer study plan for [composer name] for my [age]-year-old. Include: a short, story-like biography that highlights interesting human details (not just dates), 6 pieces to listen to (one per week, progressing from accessible to more complex), for each piece: what to listen for, a one-sentence fun fact, and a simple response activity (draw what you hear, conduct along, move to the music, compare to another piece). Keep it gentle — 10-15 minutes per session.

Create a picture study guide for [artist name] or [specific painting] for my [age]-year-old, following Charlotte Mason's method. Include: a brief, engaging biography of the artist (3-4 sentences a child would find interesting), 3 paintings to study over the term, and for each painting: what to notice first, 3 open-ended questions to discuss (not 'what color is the sky?' but 'what do you think happened just before this moment?'), and a hands-on response activity (sketch, paint, sculpt, or create something inspired by it).

Design 3 unplugged coding activities for my [age]-year-old that teach [concept — sequencing, loops, conditionals, debugging, algorithms, etc.] without any screen time. Each activity should use physical materials (cards, blocks, toys, their own body), be playful and game-like, take 15-20 minutes, and clearly connect to real programming concepts. Include a brief parent guide explaining the computer science connection so I can discuss it naturally if the moment arises.

Suggest 5 short passages (2-4 sentences each) suitable for copywork for a [age]-year-old. The passages should come from classic or living books and be: beautiful in language, worth memorizing, age-appropriate in content, and good examples of [grammar concept — comma usage, dialogue punctuation, descriptive writing, etc.]. Include the source for each passage.

My teenager needs to write a [type — persuasive, analytical, compare/contrast, research] essay about [topic]. DO NOT write the essay. Instead, help them plan it: suggest 3 possible thesis statements to choose from, outline a logical structure with topic sentences for each body paragraph, provide 2-3 probing questions for each section that will help them develop their own arguments, suggest what kind of evidence to look for, and list 3 common pitfalls for this essay type and how to avoid them.

My [age]-year-old is reading [book title]. Find or create 3 passages from this style of writing that naturally demonstrate [grammar concept — past tense, possessives, compound sentences, etc.]. For each passage: highlight the grammar concept in context, explain the rule in one simple sentence, and suggest a short exercise where my child writes their own sentence using the same pattern. No worksheets — just noticing good writing and imitating it.

Recommend 5 living books for teaching [subject/topic] to a [age]-year-old. Living books means: written by someone passionate about the subject, narrative in style (tells a story or reads like one), beautifully written, and engages the imagination rather than just presenting facts. Avoid textbooks, workbooks, or dumbed-down readers. For each book, include: title, author, a 2-sentence description, and why it qualifies as a living book.

We just read [book title] by [author], chapters [X to Y]. My child is [age]. Generate 5 narration questions that go beyond simple recall — questions that encourage my child to retell in their own words, make connections, notice character motivations, and relate the story to their own experience. Follow Charlotte Mason's narration philosophy: no leading questions, let the child do the thinking.

My [age]-year-old is working on [writing skill — descriptive writing, dialogue, persuasion, story openings, etc.]. Find or create 3 short mentor text examples (2-3 paragraphs each) that demonstrate this skill beautifully. For each: identify what technique the author uses, break it down into a simple pattern my child can follow, and provide a writing prompt where they imitate that technique using their own topic. Keep the tone encouraging — this is about noticing and trying, not perfection.

Design a 2-week project-based unit for my [age]-year-old centered around [theme — building a garden, running a lemonade stand, planning a trip, creating a newspaper, etc.]. The project should naturally integrate: math (measurement, budgeting, data), writing (planning, journaling, persuasion), science or social studies (research, observation), and art (design, presentation). Structure it as phases with clear milestones, but keep each day's work to 1-2 hours max. The rest of the day should be free play.

Create a flexible weekly homeschool plan for my [age]-year-old. Our priorities: at least 2 hours of outdoor free play daily, morning basket time (read-alouds, poetry, hymns), and short focused lessons. This week we want to cover: [list subjects/topics]. Keep formal lessons to 15-20 minutes each for younger kids, 30-40 for older. Leave plenty of white space — we believe in not over-scheduling. Format as a simple Monday-Friday grid.

Design 3 outdoor math games for a [age]-year-old practicing [math skill — skip counting, multiplication facts, measurement, geometry, etc.]. Each game should involve physical movement (running, jumping, throwing, building), use simple materials (chalk, sticks, rocks, rope), and be genuinely fun — not just worksheets moved outside. Include setup instructions and variations to make each game easier or harder.

Create 5 activities that build algebraic thinking for my [age]-year-old without using formal algebra notation. Focus on: recognizing and extending patterns, understanding balance and equality, working backwards from a result, using logical reasoning to find unknowns, and seeing relationships between quantities. Each activity should be hands-on (use physical objects, drawings, or real situations) and feel like a puzzle or game, not a math lesson.

Create 5 math word problems for a [grade level] student who loves [child's interest — dinosaurs, baking, Legos, animals, etc.]. The problems should cover [math topic — addition, multiplication, fractions, etc.] and feel like real situations they might encounter, not textbook problems. Include the answers separately at the end.

Design a hands-on science experiment for a [age]-year-old that teaches [science concept — density, chemical reactions, plant biology, magnetism, etc.]. Requirements: use only common household items, take less than 30 minutes, be messy enough to be fun but manageable, and include a simple explanation of the science behind it. Format: materials list, step-by-step instructions, what to observe, and 3 discussion questions.

Generate 5 nature journal prompts for a [age]-year-old for this [season]. Each prompt should encourage: careful observation (looking closely at something specific), scientific thinking (noticing patterns, asking why), artistic expression (drawing, pressing, mapping), and connection to the bigger picture (seasons, ecosystems, cycles). Include one prompt for each sense. Make them specific enough to be actionable but open enough for discovery.

My child found [describe what they found — a bird, insect, plant, rock, etc.] during our nature walk today. They are [age] years old. Please help us learn about it: What is it? What's interesting about it? Suggest a hands-on follow-up activity we can do at home (drawing, building, experimenting) and a living book recommendation related to it.

We're exploring [country or region] this week with our [age]-year-old. Create an exploration guide that includes: 5 fascinating facts a child would find genuinely interesting (not textbook facts), a simple map activity (what to draw or label), one recipe we can cook together from that region, a story or folktale from that culture we can read aloud, a craft or art project inspired by the culture, and 3 comparison questions (how is this similar to or different from where we live?). Make it feel like an adventure, not a report.

We're studying [historical period or civilization] with our [age]-year-old. Create a timeline of 8-10 key events that tells a story (not just dates). For each event, include: the date, a 2-sentence narrative description written like a story, one surprising or interesting detail a child would remember, and a suggested living book or primary source to explore further.

We want to have a Socratic discussion with our [age]-year-old about [topic — fairness, courage, technology, nature, a current event, etc.]. Generate a sequence of 8 questions that start simple and gradually deepen. The questions should: begin with their personal experience, introduce different perspectives, challenge assumptions gently, and end with a question that has no easy answer. Don't include 'correct' answers — the point is the thinking, not the conclusion.