These May lesson plans for Kindergarten are full of the perfect May curriculum themes that your students will love! These activities will fill several days of your math and ELA blocks of can be used as May sub plans so you can rest easy knowing they are busy with meaningful math and ELA activities while you are away.
May curriculum themes include May flowers, springtime, Mother’s Day, the end of the year, summer vacation, and the last day of school.
Please review the preview which includes an overview of the May lesson plans for kindergarten PLUS sample pages. Additionally, please note that these lessons are NOT editable. They are print-and-go!
The May lesson plans for kindergarten math include:
“May 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.
“May 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 May lesson plans for kindergarten!
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!
Spring Thank You Notes to your Substitute(s)
These print-and-go thank-you notes are spring themed! They are a half page so you can save on paper and ink.
Spring 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 a fun spring theme!
Spring 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
May Math Lesson Checklist
This is where you let the sub know which lessons to use for the day. There is also room on the page to write any notes to the sub about how to best utilize the activities.
Math Lesson #1: Numbers 19-20
Students will focus on writing and counting the numbers 19-20 and review the numbers 14-18 as well.
A lesson plan & 4 worksheets are included.
Math Lesson #2: Place Value 0-20
Place value activities focused on the numbers 0-20
Includes lesson plan & 4 student work pages
Math Lesson #3: Comparing Numbers 0-20 with Derby Hat Crocodiles
Students will compare numbers with this fun cut-and-paste activity with derby hat crocodiles and spring items
Lesson plan, crocodile pages in color and black and white, and 5 comparing numbers pages included
Math Lesson #4: Addition and Subtraction 0-10
Students will practice their 0-10 addition and subtraction skills!
A lesson plan and 4 worksheets included
Math Lesson #5: Octagons and Other Shapes
The lesson is focused on octagons, so students will draw and identify octagons. They will also match other shapes and work on patterns.
Includes lesson plan and 3 student pages
Math Lesson #6: Measurement & Data Activities
Students will work on measurable attributes, sorting, and a simple graph.
The lesson plan and 3 student pages included
Card Game Math Lesson
A set of cards with ten frames are included, as well as instructions to play the memory game and war with the same set of cards. Cards are included in color and black and white!
Totally Tulips Math Board Game
Students will practice their basic addition facts 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.
The May lesson plans for kindergarten include:
“May ELA Sub Plans” Binder Cover
This adorable cover can be at the front of your folder or binder!
Table of Contents
A list of everything that is included in the May lesson plans for kindergarten!
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!
Thank You Notes to your Substitute(s)
These print-and-go thank-you notes are spring-themed! They are a half page so you can save on paper and ink.
“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 a fun spring theme!
Spring 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
May ELA Lesson Checklist
This 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: Letter Writing Practice with X, Y, and Z
Students will practice writing the letters X, Y, and Z and identify objects that use their sounds.
Includes lesson plan & 3 worksheets
ELA Lessons #2: Rhyming: Sounds -UMP and -ING
Students will do a cut-and-paste activity to practice rhyming! They will find words to match “JUMP” and “SWING”.
Includes lesson plan & 1 page of cut-out cards and 2 pages for students to sort and paste them.
Writing Lesson: Spring Acrostic Poem
Students will write an acrostic poem- using one word for each of the letters in the word “SPRING”!
A lesson plan and 2 graphic organizers included
Writing Lesson: Opinion Writing
Students will write a paragraph on whether they think there should be extra homework over the summer.
A lesson plan and 2 Graphic Organizers are included
Writing Lesson: Narrative Writing
Students will brainstorm their favorite memories from throughout the year. They will choose one to focus on and write a paragraph and illustrate it!
Includes lesson plan and graphic organizer
Reading Prompts & Lesson
2 reading prompts are included at 2 different levels. The first level includes checkboxes and the second level has students write their answers. The second level also prompts students to underline their answers in different colors to show understanding! Choose one to use or use both and differentiate! One of the prompts is Spring themed and another is looking forward to Summer.
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 should be used for a class read-aloud of any narrative story. It is focused on retelling a story. The great thing is that it can be used over and over!
A lesson plan and 2 graphic organizers included
“Race to Summer” 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! A colored version of the game has also been added in case you want to use it for more than just sub days.
“What I Like About Spring” Art Activity
This interactive art activity has students write 5 things they love about spring and illustrate a picture for each one on the petal of a flower. They will then put it together and decorate it!
Answer Keys & Worksheet Guides
Answer Keys and Worksheet Guides are included for ALL student worksheets.
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 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!”
Preview
May Math Preview:
May ELA Preview:
40 reviews for May Sub Plans Kindergarten Math and ELA Mini Bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
MrsMattesonsMunchkins –
I love this! All of the lessons are written out and user friendly! I feel like I could leave these out for a sub if I’m ever in a pinch and I could feel confident that he/she would know exactly what to do! I hope if you make more months like this that there will be a bundle available! 🙂
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
Thank you SO much! ☺️ I’m glad you love them! Definitely keep your eyes out for future months and a bundle!
Rated 5 out of 5
Mary Love Houston –
This pack is greatbfor practice or for a sub! There are many great activities. I like the passages the most and hope you will make a pack of just those!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
Thank you so much for the feedback, Mary! I’ll definitely consider doing more of those in the future! 🙂
Rated 5 out of 5
Sabrina McGill –
Perfect for my sub! thanks!
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Rated 5 out of 5
KIMBERLY B. –
Thanks!!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Sarah F. –
Perfect for last minute sub plans in a pinch!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Mary Firestone –
Thank you
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Rated 5 out of 5
Renae B. –
Great resource!
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Rated 4 out of 5
Judy H. –
Excellent!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Jennifer L. –
These are wonderful and incredibly thorough. You provide more than enough for a day!
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Rated 5 out of 5
kidzreadingteach G. –
Thanks!
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Rated 5 out of 5
michelle A. –
Love to have these type of activities ready to go for those times when planning for a sub is not option.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Katie B. –
Fun activities for the kids, and also made being gone easier. Great resource!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
The High Five Teacher –
Awesome!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Allyson C. –
Such a great resource for when I’m unexpectedly out. Thank you
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 4 out of 5
Mrs Morales’ treasures –
Very helpful.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Y B. –
I enjoyed using this product to help me plan for absences. There are often last minute illnesses or appointments that leave very little time for planning. That is when I pull your great resource. Thanks!!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Kimberly K. –
Nicely done. Very useful.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Renee I. –
Love this! Thanks!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Big C –
Thank you!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Welcome to K-town –
Great resource!!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
lisa torgalski –
Great!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Ryan C. –
Great resource! Thank you!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Cara T. –
This is great practice for the kids when I have a sub. Thank you!
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Rated 5 out of 5
angi V –
Great resource!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Miss Maiya Gold –
Life saver!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Margaret D. –
Very helpful when I was out!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Devon D. –
Excellent resource!
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Rated 5 out of 5
CKLAinFirstGrade –
We are always out 2 days in May for K-screening… this was such an awesome source to help plan for a sub during those tricky last weeks of school.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Kassie K. –
Great resource!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Kelly B. –
This is exactly what I have been looking for!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Kinder Krazy Life –
Print and go sub plans are a life saver!!!
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Rated 4 out of 5
Christopher T. –
Awesome Resource! I first purchased outside of the bundle. But, after using the product I decided to buy the bundle. I love it! Thank you!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Donna Wilson –
good
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Rated 5 out of 5
Wendy G. –
Thanks
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Rated 5 out of 5
Nicole H. –
Such a fun resource! Saved me so much time.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Nicole H. –
Love everything about this! Thank you!!!!
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Rated 4 out of 5
Shanna W. –
It was a good resource to add to my sub plans
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Rated 5 out of 5
Erika B. –
na
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Rated 4 out of 5
Judy H. –
Sometimes, you’re just too tired to plan for a sub. This made some required meeting days in May much more manageable
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Mrs. Lewis’ Classroom Resources –
This resource was great! Very easy to use an my students enjoyed it!
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These will do the trick!
MrsMattesonsMunchkins –
I love this! All of the lessons are written out and user friendly! I feel like I could leave these out for a sub if I’m ever in a pinch and I could feel confident that he/she would know exactly what to do! I hope if you make more months like this that there will be a bundle available! 🙂
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
Thank you SO much! ☺️ I’m glad you love them! Definitely keep your eyes out for future months and a bundle!
Mary Love Houston –
This pack is greatbfor practice or for a sub! There are many great activities. I like the passages the most and hope you will make a pack of just those!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
Thank you so much for the feedback, Mary! I’ll definitely consider doing more of those in the future! 🙂
Sabrina McGill –
Perfect for my sub! thanks!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
KIMBERLY B. –
Thanks!!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Sarah F. –
Perfect for last minute sub plans in a pinch!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Mary Firestone –
Thank you
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Renae B. –
Great resource!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Judy H. –
Excellent!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Jennifer L. –
These are wonderful and incredibly thorough. You provide more than enough for a day!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
kidzreadingteach G. –
Thanks!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
michelle A. –
Love to have these type of activities ready to go for those times when planning for a sub is not option.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Katie B. –
Fun activities for the kids, and also made being gone easier. Great resource!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
The High Five Teacher –
Awesome!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Allyson C. –
Such a great resource for when I’m unexpectedly out. Thank you
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Mrs Morales’ treasures –
Very helpful.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Y B. –
I enjoyed using this product to help me plan for absences. There are often last minute illnesses or appointments that leave very little time for planning. That is when I pull your great resource. Thanks!!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Kimberly K. –
Nicely done. Very useful.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Renee I. –
Love this! Thanks!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Big C –
Thank you!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Welcome to K-town –
Great resource!!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
lisa torgalski –
Great!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Ryan C. –
Great resource! Thank you!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Cara T. –
This is great practice for the kids when I have a sub. Thank you!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
angi V –
Great resource!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Miss Maiya Gold –
Life saver!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Margaret D. –
Very helpful when I was out!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Devon D. –
Excellent resource!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
CKLAinFirstGrade –
We are always out 2 days in May for K-screening… this was such an awesome source to help plan for a sub during those tricky last weeks of school.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Kassie K. –
Great resource!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Kelly B. –
This is exactly what I have been looking for!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Kinder Krazy Life –
Print and go sub plans are a life saver!!!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Christopher T. –
Awesome Resource! I first purchased outside of the bundle. But, after using the product I decided to buy the bundle. I love it! Thank you!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Donna Wilson –
good
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Wendy G. –
Thanks
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Nicole H. –
Such a fun resource! Saved me so much time.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Nicole H. –
Love everything about this! Thank you!!!!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Shanna W. –
It was a good resource to add to my sub plans
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Erika B. –
na
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Judy H. –
Sometimes, you’re just too tired to plan for a sub. This made some required meeting days in May much more manageable
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Mrs. Lewis’ Classroom Resources –
This resource was great! Very easy to use an my students enjoyed it!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle