Sample Lesson Plans


Grade 1 Reading
Identifying Letters and Sounds   

Grade 2 Math
Adding 2-Digit Numbers by 2-Digit Numbers

Grade 3-5 Reading
Identifying Main Idea and Supporting Details

Grade 4 Math
Geometry: Classifying 2D Shapes

Grade 6-8 Reading
Making Inferences by Using Text Evidence

Grade 6-8 Math
Algebra: Solving Simple Linear Equations

Lesson Planning Template
Follow this step-by-step plan for using ability profiles in your lesson design for the most effective teaching.    

Lesson Planning Template (Blank)
Try the lesson design approach yourself with this blank template and guiding questions.   

Lesson Planning Template (Product)
Using ability profiles, achieve strategic product differentiation with this sample lesson. 

Lesson Planning Template (Process)
Using ability profiles, achieve effective and engaging process differentiation with this sample lesson.

Lesson Planning Template (Content)
Using ability profiles, achieve purposeful content differentiation with this sample lesson.

Differentiation Support
Teachers can differentiate content, process, and product according to student interests, readiness levels, and learning profiles.

Differentiation Flowchart
Follow this flowchart to make better decisions for strategic differentiation in lesson design.

Ability Profile
Here you will find lists of characteristics, relative strengths, and instructional notes for each
of the three ability profiles.