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Teacher’s Toolkit: Free Preschool Lesson Plan Template

At Kidz Exec Excellence, we understand that lesson planning can be overwhelming, especially for new preschool teachers juggling a busy classroom. That’s why our nonprofit has created free preschool lesson plan templates that provide a strong outline, detailed content, and a clear path for supporting the whole child’s development. Whether you’re a new teacher who needs a ready-to-use plan or a seasoned educator looking for a framework to adapt, our templates are designed to work for you.

What Makes Our Templates Different?

Our lesson plan templates aren’t just a list of activities; they are built to guide teachers through comprehensive planning. Each template includes:

  • A Strong Outline – A clear structure that organizes your teaching day, making it easy to follow and adjust as needed.

  • Comprehensive Content – Activities that target all areas of development, cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and language growth, ensuring the whole child is supported.

  • Flexible Use – New teachers can use the template exactly as it is, while experienced educators can edit and adapt it to match their curriculum style and classroom needs.

For New Teachers: Ready to Go

If you’re starting, lesson planning can feel like a daunting task. Our templates take away the guesswork by providing everything you need in one place. Print the template, follow the activities, and feel confident that your lessons align with key developmental goals.

For Experienced Teachers: Customize and Enhance

If you already have a planning style, our templates serve as a flexible guide. You can swap out activities, change themes, or adjust timing while keeping the solid structure in place. This approach saves time while maintaining intentional, goal-driven instruction.

The Purpose Behind the Template

At Kidz Exec Excellence, our goal is to show teachers that planning a practical lesson isn’t difficult once you understand the foundation and alignment between activities and developmental goals. Please think of the template as a tool, not a rulebook; it’s designed to give you both confidence and clarity in your planning process.

How to Get Started

  • Download the Template – Visit our resources page to access your free copy.

  • Review the Outline – Familiarize yourself with the flow and structure.

  • Decide Your Approach – Use it as is, or adjust to suit your class.

  • Implement & Reflect – Try it in your classroom and note what works best for your group.

Final Thought

Planning shouldn’t be a burden; it should be an opportunity to create meaningful experiences for your students. With the Kidz Exec Excellence Free Preschool Lesson Plan Template, you can plan with confidence, save time, and focus on what truly matters: helping children reach their full potential.

Sources

  • Head Start — Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF). https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/article/introduction-early-learning-outcomes-framework

  • NAEYC — Developmentally Appropriate Practice (Position Statement). https://www.naeyc.org/resources/position-statements/dap

  • California Department of Education — California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Vol. 2. https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/re/documents/psframeworkkvol2.pdf

  • Kostelnik, M., Soderman, A., & Whiren, A. — Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum: Best Practices in Early Childhood Education. https://www.pearson.com/en-us/subject-catalog/p/developmentally-appropriate-curriculum-best-practices-in-early-childhood-education/P200000004261/9780135206306

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Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Dr. Cynthia Skyers-Gordon, Ed.D. is the founder of SILWELL-C (Staff-Inspired Leadership for Wellness and Calm), a wellness initiative created to empower educators, leaders, and teams to thrive from within. With more than 33 years of experience in early childhood education, from assistant teacher to director to Education Coordinator, Dr. Skyers-Gordon understands the challenges and opportunities staff face each day.

SILWELL-C was born from her belief that true wellness in schools starts with the staff themselves. By providing calm leadership strategies, practical tools, affirmations, and inspiration, SILWELL-C equips educators and leaders to create supportive, balanced environments where both staff and children can flourish.

Through workshops, consultations, and creative resources, Dr. Skyers-Gordon combines her in-depth expertise with a passion for cultivating resilience, connection, and calm in every space. Whether it’s through her upcoming Wellness Toolkit, the JamBel Storybook, or the Free Wellness Hub, she continues to design practical ways for educators and leaders to sustain their own wellness while inspiring others.

At its core, SILWELL-C is more than a program; it’s a movement: a reminder that when staff lead with wellness, schools grow with strength, calm, and confidence.

https://www.silwellc.com
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