Sometimes the daily bell ringer doesn't line up with tomorrow's lesson. You need a warm-up on the causes of World War I, or photosynthesis, or comma splices, and you need it in two minutes.
That's what the free AI Bell Ringer Creator is for.
How it works
Go to the Bell Ringer Creator.
Type your topic.
Get a custom bell ringer, ready to project.
Tips for better results
Be specific. "Causes of World War I" works better than "history."
Include the grade level. A prompt for 7th grade should look different from one for 11th.
Name the skill. "Compare," "predict," "explain," or "find the error."
Tie it to yesterday. Ask for a warm-up that reviews what students just learned.
Read it before class. AI can make mistakes. A quick check keeps the prompt accurate.
When to use it vs. the daily sets
Daily sets (grades 6–8 and grades 9–12) are perfect when you want a fresh prompt with no planning.
The library (Bell Ringer Library) is best when you want to browse.
The creator is best when you need something tied to a specific lesson.
Teaching with AI in mind
The creator is also a good conversation starter about AI with students. Show them how a prompt was generated, then ask them to check it. Students learn that AI is a tool to start with, not the final word. For more on teaching students to use AI well, see Questions About AI and Project-Based Learning.