Social & Media SimulatorsFreeNo sign-up

Headline Maker

Free fake news headline generator. Turn any fact or event into a realistic news headline — great for media literacy and critical thinking lessons.

← Social Media ToolsAll tools
Ready to use
Free classroom tool
Keep this setupSave custom board: Save custom board, reopen it on any device and organise it in your Plus workspace.
My saves

Good moments to use it

Where headline maker earns its place

  • Teach media bias and sensationalism in English or Citizenship
  • Create hook sentences for persuasive writing
  • Analyse how headlines influence reader opinion

Help

Headline Maker FAQ

Practical answers about setup, classroom use and what pupils need to do.

Can I use real news events?

Yes. Enter any real or fictional event and the tool suggests headline styles.

Does it teach bias?

Yes. Students can compare neutral, sensational and misleading versions of the same headline.

Is it suitable for primary?

Yes. It works across key stages with appropriate teacher guidance on media concepts.

Keep exploring

More tools for this kind of lesson

Choose a different classroom routine from the same collection.

View all Social Media Tools →
SMS Chat BuilderFree fake text message creator for teachers. Build realistic phone conversations for creative writing, media studies and PSHE lessons.
Fake Instagram Post GeneratorFree fake Instagram post generator for teachers. Create realistic social media posts for media literacy, persuasive writing, e-safety and discussion starters.
Meme GeneratorFree online meme generator for classrooms. Turn any topic into a shareable-style meme for retrieval practice, revision and student engagement.
Fake Tweet / X Post GeneratorFree fake tweet and X post generator for classrooms. Create a realistic Twitter/X post from any historical figure, character or invented persona — brilliant for media literacy, English and history.