Every great class begins with a great plan — and the Ultimate Lesson Plan Template is here to make that process effortless. Designed by teachers, for teachers, this practical planning tool helps you organize every part of your lesson, from learning goals to reflection, without wasting time on formatting. Whether you prefer detailed, observation-ready plans or a quick daily version you can jot down during prep, this template brings clarity, structure, and flexibility to your teaching routine.
Ultimate Lesson Planning Template
Example
| Field | Example / Notes |
|---|---|
| Lesson Title: | Day 12 – Finding Theme |
| Subject / Course: | Grade 9 English (De-streamed) |
| Grade Level: | 9 |
| Date: | yyyy/mm/dd |
| Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Curriculum Connection: | Cite specific curriculum expectations or strands (e.g., Reading and Literature Studies – Responding to Texts) |
Learning Goals
Write clear, student-friendly statements that connect to the curriculum.
I will identify the theme of a short story.
I will support my ideas with textual evidence.
I will explain how theme connects to my own experiences.
Success Criteria
What does success look like?
✅ I can explain what the theme is in my own words.
✅ I can find at least two quotes that show the theme.
✅ I can connect the theme to real life.
Materials / Resources
Text or media for the lesson
Handouts / worksheets / slides
Technology (projector, Chromebook, etc.)
Anchor charts / visuals
Links to related blog posts or quizzes (if online)
Lesson Flow
| Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0–15 min | Silent Reading / Warm-Up | Build routine and transition into focus. |
| 15–25 min | Mini-Lesson | Direct instruction or guided discovery (e.g., teacher models how to find theme using “Eleven”). |
| 25–40 min | Guided Practice | Students practice with support (pairs or groups). Include prompts or scaffolds. |
| 40–55 min | Independent Task | Students demonstrate understanding (worksheet, discussion, or creative activity). |
| 55–60 min | Reflection / Exit Ticket | Quick review question or personal reflection related to learning goals. |
Assessment
| Type | Tools | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic | Brainstorm, entry card | Gauge prior understanding. |
| Formative | Observation, worksheet, exit ticket | Provide feedback. |
| Summative | Quiz, presentation, paragraph response | Evaluate achievement. |
Differentiation
Readiness: Provide leveled texts or vocabulary supports.
Interest: Allow choice of story or media.
Learning Profile: Include visuals, discussions, and writing options.
Accommodations: Extra time, assistive tech, group roles, sentence starters.
Teacher Reflection
Complete after teaching.
What went well?
What didn’t?
How will I adjust tomorrow?
Which students might need additional support?
Extension & Cross-Curricular Links
Connect to future lessons (e.g., Elements of Fiction Review).
Cross-curricular tie-ins (e.g., visual arts, media literacy, social studies).
Optional enrichment: creative rewrite, digital storytelling, mini-project.