Bot or Not?

This worksheet helps students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 strengthen close reading, inference, and digital literacy skills by analyzing short written responses to determine whether they were created by a human or generated by an AI system. Learners examine tone, logic, phrasing, empathy, and emotional nuance, then justify their conclusions using clear evidence from the text.

Learning Goals

• Close Reading & Inference (Grades 5-7) – Identifying subtle textual clues related to tone, structure, and reasoning
• Digital Literacy – Differentiating between human communication and AI-generated responses
• Critical Thinking – Supporting claims with evidence-based explanations
• Technology Literacy – Recognizing common patterns and limitations in AI output

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed to support media literacy and critical reading standards
• Evidence-Based Reasoning – Requires students to explain why they think a response is human or AI
• Engaging & Thought-Provoking – Encourages discussion about communication, empathy, and authenticity
• Flexible Use – Works well for ELA lessons, media literacy units, or technology discussions
• Low-Prep Format – Easy to print and use in classrooms or homeschool settings

This printable worksheet helps students develop sharper reading skills and a deeper understanding of how AI-generated text compares to human writing. By identifying clues related to logic, empathy, and phrasing, learners build awareness of how digital tools communicate and where they may fall short. It is a practical resource for classroom and homeschool instruction focused on inference, media literacy, and responsible engagement with AI-generated content.

This worksheet is part of our Good vs. Bad AI Worksheets collection.