Description
The 3rd & 4th grade April ELA lesson plans include the following:
“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 Apri lesson plans!
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 April Lesson Plan 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, adjectives, etc.! Students will get a kick out of these while practicing their parts of speech.
- Includes lesson plan & 4 worksheets
ELA Lessons #2: April Fixing Sentences
- Students will fix sentences at an upper-grade level with these fun and engaging 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 Plan
- 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 also included to introduce the topics for each reading prompt!
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” ELA Review Game
- Students will practice parts of speech and figurative language with a FUN and engaging board 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 write about & illustrate what they will do for the planet on 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 3rd & 4th grade April ELA lesson plans
Save 20% and get an organization bonus when you purchase this in the Year of ELA Sub Plans Bundle for 3rd-4th grades!
DON’T STRESS ABOUT WRITING SUB PLANS ALL YEAR LONG! Remember, you can grab this set of sub plans in my An Entire Year of ELA Sub Plans for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades- THE BIG BUNDLE and get this set, all current sets, AND all future sets of these plans!
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 on TPT! 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 it 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!”





















Charmaine Clay –
Very thorough and helpful with putting together sub stuff when I need to be out! Will def purchase other sets!
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Educate & Rejuvenate –
Glad you like it! Thanks so much, Charmaine! 🙂
Katherine B. –
Quite a few activities in this bundle! I am looking forward to using many of them after spring break!
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Chanda Millard –
Lifesaver!
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Haley W. –
Love these!
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Bubbles and Sunshine –
I am super thankful for these lesson plans. I was asked to put something together in case it was needed. This gave me the ability to print and forget.
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Amanda Grisham –
I have loved using your Sub Plans. Super easy and I don’t feel as if I have just left busy work.
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Laughing In Second –
This saved me a lot of time and was still valuable for my students. Thanks!
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Kelly M. –
I have several of your sub plans and love them!!!! Thanks for creating these and making emergency sub planning much easier.
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Katherine J. –
Loved having this if I needed it!
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Carly A. –
Perfect for subs!
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Barbara H. –
I was absent for a couple of days and the substitute loved this!
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Richelle A. –
Great resource to leave for a sub! Thank you!
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Krystal G. –
Awesome!
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Raising the Bar with Mrs. R –
Thank you this is great
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Nicole H. –
Such a cute and fun plan for the month! Thank you.
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Amanda M. –
I left these practice sheets with my substitute teacher when I went on maternity leave – they were great for her to have on hand if she needed additional activities for the kids.
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Shawn G. –
Great resource! A time saver for quick lesson plans!!
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Samantha F. –
great resource
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Cathleen B. –
This was wonderful to use as a supplement to my reading and writing curriculum
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Stephanie L. –
A great resource to have for planning for a substitute teacher! Thank you! Great product!
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Maureen Hart –
Thank you!
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Megan Hull –
Great resource! I used this while I was gone and the sub left a note stating how much she even liked this resource!
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Micah H. –
I love using this creator when I need last minute sub plans! My kids love doing the monthly themed activities!
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BilingualBlanca –
Very useful resource! Glad to have it for my classroom! Thanks!
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Cheryl H. –
This was great when I needed an emergency sub. plans. The kids were engaged, and the sub was happy with how easy it was to use.
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Rachelle A. –
Awesome!! Overall, I really enjoyed the added resources.
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Park it in 4th –
This was so helpful! Thank you so much for your hard work in creating this resource!
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Brooke F. –
This was very nice for some quick and easy sub plans!
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Renee N. –
Great resource for when you are in a bind and need a quick assignment for your students.
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Bahrt’s Bunch –
This was a lifesaver! I had to take a couple of days off from school and found many great activities for my substitute to complete with my students. Thank you!
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KayJamesStudio –
Thank you for creating this awesome product! It has been a change changer with my students!
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