Grades K–5
Standards-Based Lesson Plan
A one-lesson plan that starts with the standard, a kid-friendly learning target and success criteria, then the steps, evidence and next steps.
Classroom management printable · Weekly lesson plan templates
Monthly Curriculum Map
A one-month map for five subjects across four weeks, with a row for events and assessments so nothing sneaks up on you.
- Grade level
- Grades K–5
- Time
- About 30 minutes
- Answer key
- Not needed: answers vary
- Kids practice
- Lesson planning, Pacing and organization, Instructional design
What kids do
“Map the month: what each subject covers each week, so you can see the whole month and spot gaps.”
Printed on the sheet:
- Events and tests
- Notes: standards to cover this month
Words on this sheet
ReadingWritingScienceSocial studies
Teacher tip
Add school events and assessments first so you can plan around them.
How to use it
- Use the notes boxes to jot down what worked for next year.
- Print a fresh copy each week and file finished plans in a binder.
- Slide it into a sheet protector and use a dry-erase marker to reuse it all year.
Watch for
Plans that skip the check for understanding. Add one to every lesson.
Talk about it
- What do I want students to learn this week?
- Why do you think we use this in our classroom?
Take it further
Look back at plans at the end of a unit to adjust pacing for next year.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
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