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April Sub Plans 1st and 2nd Grade Math and ELA Mini Bundle

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April Sub Plans for 1st Grade and 2nd Grade (ELA)

These 1st & 2nd grade April ELA lesson plans have the perfect Easter, Earth Day & spring activities your students will love! These April lesson plans will fill several days of your ELA block or can be used as sub-plans so you can rest easy knowing they are busy with meaningful activities while you are away.

The themes in the activities and lessons include April Fool's Day, Easter, Earth Day, Walk to Work Day, April showers, baby animals, Arbor Day, and more!

My Month-To-Month Sub Plans also integrate PERFECTLY with my popular Ready To Go Sub Plans Resources for K-6 which aren't seasonal and can be used at any time of year. Please note that these April lesson plans are NOT editable. They are print-and-go. This is a digital download. This means you won't have to wait for anything to ship. You can print and put together your sub plans right away!
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blue umbrella- 1st & 2nd grade math lesson plans for April

April Sub Plans for 1st and 2nd Grade Math

These 1st & 2nd grade math lesson plans for April are full of the perfect Easter & spring math activities that your students will love! These activities will fill several days of your math block or can be used as math sub plans so you can rest easy knowing they are busy with meaningful math activities while you are away.
 

Copies for students' pages and a lesson checklist are included to make your prep easy peasy! Then, each math lesson includes a quick math review, fluency practice, math riddle activity, word problem activity, backward story problem activity, and a math game. A color-by-math problem for each lesson is also included for fast finishers. Each of the three lessons should cover a math block. Wherever needed, differentiated content is included in the plans for 1st and 2nd grades. These are subtly marked with icons so you can easily tell which is which. You can utilize the grade-level version or use both for differentiation.

WANT TO SAVE BIG TIME AND BE PREPARED ALL YEAR? Grab this set of math sub plans in the BRAND NEW 1st- 2nd Grade Year of Math Sub Plans Bundle! You save BIG TIME by grabbing the bundle!
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Are you looking for April curriculum theme math and ELA activities? These April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade are full of Easter, Arbor Day, & Earth Day math and ELA activities that your students will love! These activities will fill several days of your math and ELA blocks or can be used as sub plans so you can rest easy knowing they are busy with meaningful math and language arts activities while you are away.

Please look through the preview which includes an overview of the April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade PLUS sample pages. Additionally, please note that these sub-plans are NOT editable. They are print-and-go!

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April Sub Plans for 1st Grade and 2nd Grade (ELA)

These 1st & 2nd grade April ELA lesson plans have the perfect Easter, Earth Day & spring activities your students will love! These April lesson plans will fill several days of your ELA block or can be used as sub-plans so you can rest easy knowing they are busy with meaningful activities while you are away.

The themes in the activities and lessons include April Fool's Day, Easter, Earth Day, Walk to Work Day, April showers, baby animals, Arbor Day, and more!

My Month-To-Month Sub Plans also integrate PERFECTLY with my popular Ready To Go Sub Plans Resources for K-6 which aren't seasonal and can be used at any time of year. Please note that these April lesson plans are NOT editable. They are print-and-go. This is a digital download. This means you won't have to wait for anything to ship. You can print and put together your sub plans right away!
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blue umbrella- 1st & 2nd grade math lesson plans for April

April Sub Plans for 1st and 2nd Grade Math

These 1st & 2nd grade math lesson plans for April are full of the perfect Easter & spring math activities that your students will love! These activities will fill several days of your math block or can be used as math sub plans so you can rest easy knowing they are busy with meaningful math activities while you are away.
 

Copies for students' pages and a lesson checklist are included to make your prep easy peasy! Then, each math lesson includes a quick math review, fluency practice, math riddle activity, word problem activity, backward story problem activity, and a math game. A color-by-math problem for each lesson is also included for fast finishers. Each of the three lessons should cover a math block. Wherever needed, differentiated content is included in the plans for 1st and 2nd grades. These are subtly marked with icons so you can easily tell which is which. You can utilize the grade-level version or use both for differentiation.

WANT TO SAVE BIG TIME AND BE PREPARED ALL YEAR? Grab this set of math sub plans in the BRAND NEW 1st- 2nd Grade Year of Math Sub Plans Bundle! You save BIG TIME by grabbing the bundle!
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The April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade math include: 

 
“April Math Sub Plans” Binder or Folder Cover
  • This adorable cover can be at the front of your folder or binder! The back cover is also included.
“April Math Sub Plans” Binder Spines
  • These spines will work if you put your plans in a 1″, 1.5″ or 2″ binder!
Table of Contents
  • A list of everything that is included in the April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade math!
Note to Teacher
  • This note to YOU explains what you need to do to get the sub plans ready. Basically, you just need to print, copy, etc!
Easter Themed Thank You Notes to your Substitute(s)
  • These print-and-go thank-you notes are Easter themed! They are a half page so you can save on paper and ink.
Raindrop Themed “How Did Your Day Go?” Substitute Notes Form
  • This substitute notes form gives your sub a space to write students who did well, those who struggled, what they didn’t get to, and any additional notes. Perfect to be sure you know just how the day went. It also includes the fun raindrop theme!
Bunny Themed Substitute Punch Cards
  • These punch cards make a great behavior incentive for JUST when there is a sub- a.k.a. when students may need a little more help! ???? These will do the trick!
 
Copies for Students List
  • A clear layout of what you, a staff member, or the sub will need to copy for the students for the entire day
 
Math Lesson Checklist
  • This checklist is where you let the sub know which lessons to use for the day. You can check a box to let them know to use ALL the lessons for a full day of plans, OR you can check individual lessons you would like used during your math block.
 
THREE math lesson plans and activities to go with each of the following:
 
  • Quick Math Review: These quick reviews will go over grade-appropriate math content. 2 versions are included, one for each grade level, per lesson. A total of 6 quick math reviews are included.
  • Fluency Practice: These include quick problems that the students should be able to solve quickly. 2 versions are included, one for each grade level, per lesson. A total of 6 fluency practice pages are included.
  • Math Riddle: Students will need to solve the math problems to find the answer to the monthly themed riddle. 2 versions are included, one for each grade level, per lesson. A total of 6 fluency practice pages are included.
  • Word Problems: Each lesson includes two pages of word problems. Use the one that is most appropriate or use both and differentiate. A total of 6 word-problem pages are included.
  • What’s The Question? Each lesson ends with a “What’s the Question?” Backward story problem. The students are given an answer and need to come up with a problem that has their answer. Then, they will brainstorm who and what the problem is about, write the problem, and draw a picture. Three of these activities are included.
  • Game: See more about the games listed below.
  • Color by Number/Math Problem: 3 total color-by-math problem pages are included.
 
Card Game Math Lesson
  • A set of cards are included, as well as instructions to play Go Fish and War with the same set of cards. Cards are included in color and black and white!
Egg Hunt Equations Math Board Game
  • Students will practice addition, subtraction, and story problems with a FUN and engaging math game! A game board, dice (to fold and glue), game pieces, and game cards are all included. Your kids will want to play it over and over! A colored version of the game has also been added in case you want to use it for more than just sub days, but black and white is also included.
Answer Keys & Worksheet Guides
  • Answer keys are included for ALL student worksheets with April curriculum themes

The April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade ELA include:

“April ELA Sub Plans” Binder or Folder Cover

  • This adorable cover can be at the front of your folder or binder! The back cover is also included.

“April ELA Sub Plans” Binder Spines

  • These spines will work if you put your plans in a 1″, 1.5″ or 2″ binder!

Table of Contents

  • A list of everything that is included in the April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade ELA!

Note to Teacher

  • This note to YOU explains what you need to do to get the sub plans ready. Basically, you just need to print, copy, etc!

Easter Themed Thank You Notes to your Substitute(s)

  • These print-and-go thank-you notes are Easter themed! They are a half page so you can save on paper and ink.

Raindrop Themed “How Did Your Day Go?” Substitute Notes Form

  • This substitute notes form gives your sub a space to write students who did well, those who struggled, what they didn’t get to, and any additional notes. Perfect to be sure you know just how the day went. It also boasts a fun raindrop theme!

Bunny Themed Substitute Punch Cards

  • These punch cards make a great behavior incentive for JUST when there is a sub- a.k.a. when students may need a little more help! These will do the trick!

Copies for Students List

  • A clear layout of what you, a staff member, or the sub will need to copy for the students for the entire day

ELA Lesson Checklist

  • This checklist is where you let the sub know which lessons to use for the day. You can check a box to let them know to use ALL the lessons for a full day of plans, OR you can check individual lessons you would like used during your ELA block.

ELA Lesson #1: April Fill-In-The-Blanks

  • These basic fill-in-the-blanks allow students to fill in the blanks of stories using nouns, verbs, colors, etc! They are simple enough for young students to be able to do, but also a fun and educational activity. Blank versions are also available without the parts of speech. Younger students can just fill in the blanks instead.
  • Includes lesson plan & 4 worksheets

ELA Lessons #2: Fixing Sentences for April

  • Students will fix sentences with these fun and engaging worksheets. These include fun winter & April themes!
  • Includes lesson plan & 4 worksheets

Descriptive Writing Lesson: My Perfect Easter Egg

  • Students will describe their perfect Easter egg. Then they will draw a picture.
  • Includes lesson plan, brainstorming page, writing page, and illustration page.

Comic Writing Lesson: Earth Day Heroes

  • Students will write their own comic about Earth Day Heroes and what they can do to help the planet.
  • Includes lesson plan, brainstorming page, and writing page.

Playing in the Rain & Arbor Day Reading Prompts & Lesson

  • 2 reading prompts are included at 2 different levels. (Multiple choice or written response with crayon underlining). Choose one to use or use both and differentiate! One of the prompts is a narrative about playing in the rain and the other is an informational piece about Arbor Day.
  • A lesson plan is included to introduce the topics for each reading prompt as well!

Reading Lesson to use with ANY Book!

  • This reading lesson can be used for a class read-aloud OR silent reading of any narrative story. It is focused on making connections during reading. This lesson can be used over and over.
  • A lesson plan and 2 graphic organizers included

“April Showers” Sight Words Game

  • Students will practice their sight words with a FUN and engaging sight words game! A game board, dice (to fold and glue), game pieces, and game cards are all included. Your kids will want to play it over and over!

Earth Day Flap Book Activity

  • Students will draw and color something they can do to celebrate Earth Day. They will also write a short statement. The lesson plan is also included.

Answer Keys & Worksheet Guides

  • Answer Keys and Worksheet Guides are included for ALL student worksheets in the April lesson plans for 1st & 2nd grade ELA
 
WANT TO SAVE MONEY AND BE PREPARED ALL YEAR? You can grab this set of sub plans in my An Entire Year of ELA Sub Plans for 1st and 2nd Grades- THE BIG BUNDLE! You will save 20% by purchasing the full year in the bundle!
 
WHAT HAVE PEOPLE SAID ABOUT MY SUB PLANS PREVIOUSLY? You can find these reviews on my “Ready To Go Sub Plans” on TpT, which follow the same formatting as these brand-new ones.
 
  • “These sub plans have been the BEST discovery I have made! Thank you for making these wonderful and all inclusive plans that are so easy to use, especially when you are sick and the last thing you want to do is write sub plans!”
 
  • “I have purchased several sets of emergency sub plans, and they just never fit my needs. These, however, are just what I’ve been looking for! Easy prep, easy for the sub to follow! I recommend this to anyone needing emergency plans.”
 
  • “These are fantastic! I purchased, copied, and stored in a sub tub. I told a neighbor where the tub was and all she did was put my tub on my desk and the day ran SO SMOOTHLY!”

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33 reviews for April Sub Plans 1st and 2nd Grade Math and ELA Mini Bundle

  1. Burdette –

    Another amazing sub packet.

    Many many thanks 🙂

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  2. Amancia H. –

    Excellent for PD days when there is a substitute in the classroom. Thank you.

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  3. Shelly M. –

    Very nice for subs to follow.

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  4. Erin L. –

    Love all your monthly sub plans. Easy to use and understand. Thank you for these amazing products.

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    • Educate & Rejuvenate –

      Thanks so much! Glad you enjoy them, Erin!

  5. Juliana E. –

    thank you!

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  6. Callisa Waddle Products –

    Great!

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  7. Ruben G. –

    Great sub plans to have during April

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  8. Deep in the Heart of Teaching –

    This was perfect! The students were so engaged!

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  9. kim B. –

    Great actives!!!

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  10. Nicole H. –

    Love this! Saved me time and stress.

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  11. Nicole H. –

    Thank you for this amazing resource! Love it

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  12. Kaycee F. –

    Such a great resource!

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  13. Melissa Hartnett –

    This is a great resource. I now have peace of mind when I am out for the day.

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  14. Meshia H. –

    Great resource for emergency sub plans for 2nd grade. I like the monthly theme for the month of April.

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  15. Whitney Stevens –

    Good resource!

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  16. Marissa Barber –

    This helped when I was leaving my classroom with a substitute. Thank you.

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  17. Amanda P. –

    I absolutely LOVE these sub plan bundles! It makes my life a lot easier to have them ready for the year so I do not have to stress in the event that I have to be out! It takes a little bit of prep work but I always feel so relieved when I have them ready to go and just have to pull them out and place them on my desk each month!

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  18. Ashley F. –

    Thanks

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  19. Elizabeth D. –

    This was very helpful when planning to be out for a day.

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  20. Elizabeth D. –

    This resource was very helpful in planning for a substitute.

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  21. Tara Garber –

    This resource is perfect for planning for a substitute! Activities are fun, engaging and provide meaningful instruction. They make things easy to plan and prepare. I will be purchasing the complete set for the entire year.

    Reviewed on TPT

  22. Deborah B. –

    Great resource for those unexpected absences.

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  23. Ashley Bruton –

    I used bits and pieces, with what would work for my students. 🙂

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  24. Brianna Donaruma –

    Great resource!

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  25. Hailey C. –

    A great resource for sub plans. Thank you!

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  26. Hailey C. –

    A great resource for sub plans. Thank you!

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  27. Stacey Cavey –

    Needed this for a quick and easy sub plan, and it delivered.

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  28. Lanetta S. –

    The print and go is always helpful when you have a sub.

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  29. Kayla W. –

    Loved being able to print and go when I was in need of a sub. The themes are cute and engaging.

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  30. Erika Williams –

    I absolutely love these bundles. They make planning for a sub so easy.

    Reviewed on TPT

  31. Honey N ‘Me –

    I had to go to a learning conference at the begining end of March. I printed these off for my aide to complete with my students while I was gone. Great resource.

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  32. Beth B. –

    Such a cute idea! Super easy to download and implement in the classroom.

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  33. Kristen R. –

    Awesome resource! My students benefit from this product and I love using it in my classroom!

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