Morning Meeting is, in my opinion, the best five minutes of the school day. When students walk in, they start greeting each other, swapping stories and listening to their classmates. Something cool happens – the room stops feeling like a group of random kids who happen to share a classroom. It starts feeling like an actual community. Over time, those small daily moments build real trust. Kids start to feel comfortable speaking up, being silly, and just being themselves — and honestly, that changes everything.

The sharing part of Morning Meeting is where the magic really lives. The quietest kid in class suddenly has everyone cracking up over a weekend story. Two students realize they’ve been obsessed with the same thing all year and never knew it. Kids get a glimpse into each other’s lives outside of school. It’s simple, but powerful!

The tricky part is coming up with fresh prompts every single day. Have you ever found yourself blanking on a Monday morning struggling to think of a share prompt? Well then you already know the struggle and we have all been there.

That’s exactly where a solid prompt bank swoops in to save your Sunday night. No more staring at a blank page, no more desperate Googling at 9 pm. Grab a prompt from the list and watch your kids do what they do best: talk (sometimes way too much).

To keep things fun and predictable (kids love knowing what’s coming!), I organized everything into five themed days:

🌟 Welcome Back Mondays — weekend reflections to ease back into the week
✅ True or False Tuesdays — wild facts that spark curiosity and a little friendly debate
🤔 Would You Rather Wednesdays — silly dilemmas that show off everyone’s personality
💭 Think About It Thursdays — imaginative prompts that get kids actually thinking
⭐ Favorites Fridays — easy, feel-good sharing to close out the week

Each day has a totally different vibe so students stay curious and engaged instead of going on autopilot. The prompts are quick, accessible, and perfect for elementary kids — but more importantly, they work. Week by week, they help you build a classroom where every student feels like they belong.

Here’s your Morning Meeting Daily Prompt Bank — enjoy! Ps. there is a pdf version of this list linked below.

WELCOME BACK MONDAYS

What did you do over the weekend?
Share one animal or person that you saw this weekend.
Share one way you were active this weekend
Share a funny story from this weekend
Share something you ate over the weekend
What made you smile this weekend?
Share a book, show, or movie that you enjoyed this weekend
What was the highlight of your weekend?
Did you try anything new this weekend? Share your experience!
Who did you spend time with over the weekend?
Share a moment from the weekend that made you laugh out loud.
What’s one thing you learned over the weekend?
Describe a place you went this weekend.
What’s a fun project or hobby you worked on this weekend?
How did you relax or recharge over the weekend?
What’s one thing you’re grateful for from this weekend?
Did you explore any new places or activities? What were they?
How did you express your creativity this weekend?
What was the best thing you did this weekend?
Did you play with anyone or go anywhere special?
Who did you spend time with this weekend?

TRUE OR FALSE TUESDAYS

You can sneeze while you are asleep. (False)
Some dogs have no tail. (True)
Some birds can meow like a cat. (true!)
Penguins can fly like birds. (False)
Chocolate comes from a plant. (True)
A group of lions is called a pride. (True)
Lions are the only big cats that live in groups (True)
Dolphins are mammals, not fish. (True)
A blue whale is the largest animal on Earth. (True)
Rainbows have five colors. (False; they have seven!)
All frogs can jump. (True)
Cows can climb trees. (False)
The fastest land animal is a cheetah. (True)
Goldfish can live in outer space. (False)
The tallest mountain in the world is Mount Everest. (True)
Honey never goes bad. (True)
A goldfish can remember things for up to five months. (True)
The fastest land animal is a cheetah. (True)
Bananas grow on trees. (False—bananas grow on large herbaceous plants)
Kangaroos can hop backward. (False)
There are more stars in the sky than grains of sand on all the beaches. (True)
Elephants are the only animals that can’t jump. (True)
Polar bears have black skin. (True)
All snakes are poisonous. (False)
Honey never spoils. (True)
Dolphins are fish. (False—dolphins are mammals)
A day on Venus is longer than a year on Venus. (True)
Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur. (True)
Chickens can fly long distances. (False)
A snail can sleep for three years. (True)
The heart of a shrimp is located in its head. (True)
Octopuses have three hearts. (True)
Some frogs can freeze without dying. (True)
Pineapples grow on trees. (False—they grow on plants close to the ground)
The tongue of a blue whale can weigh as much as an elephant. (True)
All polar bears are left-handed. (False)
A butterfly has to drink nectar to fly. (False—they can fly without it)
The shortest war in history lasted only 38 minutes. (True)
Humans and giraffes have the same number of neck bones. (True—seven)
There are more than 100 different types of apples. (True)
Rabbits are rodents. (False—they are lagomorphs)
Sharks are mammals. (False—they are fish)
You can hear a blue whale’s heartbeat from over two miles away. (True)
A group of flamingos is called a “flamboyance.” (True)
Wombat poop is cube-shaped. (True)
A crocodile can’t stick its tongue out. (True)
Bats are blind. (False—they can see, and some have excellent eyesight)
The Eiffel Tower can be 15 cm taller in the summer. (True—due to thermal expansion)
Alligators are found in Africa. (False—they are primarily found in the Americas)
The largest living organism is a fungus. (True—it’s called Armillaria or honey fungus)
There are more fake flamingos in the U.S. than real ones. (True)
A jellyfish is 95% water. (True)
Tarantulas can live for over 20 years. (True)
A sloth can hold its breath longer than a dolphin. (True—it can hold its breath for up to 40 minutes)
Elephants can swim. (True)
Most cows have best friends. (True—they form close bonds with other cows)
A hedgehog can run up to 6 miles per hour. (True)
Goldfish can see in the dark. (True)
The world’s largest snowflake was recorded at 15 inches wide. (True)
Llamas can spit up to 30 feet. (True)

WOULD YOU RATHER WEDNESDAYS

Would you rather be able to fly like a bird or swim like a fish?
Would you rather have a pet dinosaur or a pet dragon?
Would you rather eat ice cream for breakfast or pizza for dessert?
Would you rather jump on clouds or slide down rainbows?
Would you rather have super strength or super speed?
Would you rather live in a castle or in a farm?
Would you rather talk to animals or be able to speak any language?
Would you rather have a magic wand or a flying broomstick?
Would you rather be a superhero or a princess/prince?
Would you rather have a never-ending supply of candy or toys?
Would you rather slide down a giant slide or climb a giant tree?
Would you rather have a picnic in the park or a party at the beach?
Would you rather have a robot that does your chores or a robot that plays games with you?
Would you rather always wear socks that are too big or shoes that are too small?
Would you rather have a pet unicorn or a pet mermaid?
Would you rather eat spaghetti with maple syrup or pancakes with pasta sauce?
Would you rather play in a big pile of leaves or build a snowman?
Would you rather visit outer space or the bottom of the ocean?
Would you rather have wings or a long, curly tail?
Would you rather read a book with a dragon or a book with a wizard?
Would you rather have a trampoline or a swimming pool in your backyard?
Would you rather wear pajamas all day or dress up like a superhero?
Would you rather live in a tree-house or a house made of candy?
Would you rather be able to turn invisible or to read minds?
Would you rather play hide and seek with your friends or have a treasure hunt?
Would you rather have a magical garden or a magical library?
Would you rather find a treasure chest full of toys or a treasure chest full of candy?
Would you rather travel to the past or the future?
Would you rather be a superhero for a day or a cartoon character for a day?
Would you rather have a bubble bath or a mud pie fight?
Would you rather build a fort out of pillows or make a sandcastle?
Would you rather be friends with a fairy or a giant?
Would you rather sing in front of your class or tell a funny joke?
Would you rather eat a giant gummy bear or a giant chocolate bar?
Would you rather play in a field of flowers or in a snowy wonderland?
Would you rather be able to talk to your toys or have them come to life?
Would you rather have a giant cookie or a giant cupcake?
Would you rather watch a movie in a tent or under the stars?
Would you rather take a trip to the beach or to the mountains?
Would you rather always have to whisper or always have to shout?

THINK ABOUT IT THURSDAYS

If you had a magic wand for one day, what would you do?
If you were invisible for a day what would you do?
What do you think is the best part about being a kid?
What are your stuffies’ names?
If you could be a cartoon character, who would you be and why?
How do you like to spend a free day?
What’s something kind someone has done for you?
What TV show would you want to be in for a day?
If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you want to have with you?
If you could invent a new holiday, what would it be called and how would we celebrate it?
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and what would you see?
What would happen if you could fly like a bird?
If you could talk to one person (real or fictional), who would it be and what would you ask them?
What is something you’ve always wanted to learn how to do?
If you could create a new animal, what would it look like?
What is your favorite thing about nature, and why do you love it?
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?
What do you think makes a good friend?
If you could be the teacher for a day, what fun activity would you plan for the class?
If you could design your dream playground, what would it look like?
What would you do if you woke up one morning and could talk to animals?
What is your favorite part about school?
If you could make one rule that everyone in the world had to follow, what would it be?
If you could create a new flavor of ice cream, what would it be?
If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future? Why?
What do you think the world would be like if it was always sunny?
If you could change one thing about school, what would it be?
What would you do if you found a magic door that led to a secret world?
If you could build anything in the world, what would you build?

FAVORITES FRIDAYS

What is your favorite game to play?
What is your favorite sport?
What is your favorite color?
What is your favorite snack?
What is your favorite thing about school?
What is your favorite kind of weather?
What is your favorite joke or funny story?
What is your favorite way to help at home?
What is your favorite candy?
What is your favorite town or city?
What is your favorite song?
What is your favorite hobby/activity?
What is your favorite animal?
What is your favorite show?
What is your favorite time of day?
What is your favorite book?
What is your favorite subject in school?
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
What is your favorite toy?
What is your favorite movie?
What is your favorite dessert?
What is your favorite lunch?
What is your favorite breakfast?
What is your favorite dinner?
What is your favorite fruit?
What is your favorite vegetable?
What is your favorite drink?
What is your favorite cereal?
What is your favorite thing to do at home?
What is your favorite thing to do outside?
What is your favorite thing to do at the park?
What is your favorite thing to do when it is raining?
What is your favorite thing to do when it is snowing?
What is your favorite thing to do when it is windy?
What is your favorite outfit?
Who is your favorite superhero, and why?
Who is your favorite Disney princess, and why?
What is your favorite cartoon?
What is your favorite movie?
What is your favorite type of plant?
What is your favorite thing to learn about?
What is your favorite book?
What is your favorite book genre?
What is your favorite season?
What is your favorite summer activity?
What is your favorite winter activity?
What is your favorite fall activity?
What is your favorite spring activity?
What is your favorite type of craft?
What’s your favorite thing to do with your family?
What’s your favorite sport?
What is your favorite outside activity?
What is your favorite flower?

Click this link to go to the Google Doc. Or download the pdf version below.

Morning Meeting Share Prompts Download

Morning Meeting doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful. A good question and a few minutes in a room full of kids willing to share is all it takes. Whether you use one prompt a week or one every single day, just know that those small moments add up. You’re not just filling time before the lesson starts. You’re building something that makes everything else work better: a classroom where kids actually know and care about each other.

So go ahead, pick a prompt, and see where the conversation takes you. You might be surprised by what your students have to say. 🌟

xoxo DD