If I Were a Teacher - Writing Prompt

Ever wonder what your students would do if they ran the classroom?

Spoiler alert: snack time would last forever, and math would be replaced with recess. If I Were a Teacher is a fun and imaginative writing and drawing activity that lets your K–2 students step into your shoes, minus the coffee addiction and never-ending paperwork.

This printable resource includes a simple writing prompt and a drawing space, so students can show off both their storytelling skills and their artistic flair (stick figures in ties included).

Ways to use this resource:

• Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week or end-of-year reflections.

• Use it as a morning work activity to kick off a fun writing day.

• Ideal for writing centres, sub plans, or “I need something fun, fast, and meaningful” moments.

• Makes an adorable bulletin board or hallway display (prepare to laugh).

• Great for getting to know your students' thoughts about teaching, and yourself!

Advantages:

• Encourages creativity, humour, and self-expression.

• Reinforces sentence structure and handwriting.

• Allows students to practice sequencing and narrative skills.

• No prep, print and you’re ready!

• A heartwarming (and hilarious) peek into how students view their teacher.

Pdf file includes 2 pages.

Enjoy!