Sample Lesson Plans with Timing: Real Examples Teachers Can Adapt

Most planning articles explain principles, but teachers often need to see a full lesson to judge whether a format is actually usable. A sample plan shows timing, transitions, differentiation, and assessment in one place.

When a lesson includes explicit minutes for each section, you can quickly evaluate whether the flow is realistic for your period length and student needs.

Start with pacing. Each section should have clear minutes and a realistic number of tasks for that window.

Next, check alignment. The objective, practice tasks, and assessment criteria should match the same skill.

Finally, review differentiation. Supports and extensions should be specific and connected to the actual lesson activity, not generic add-ons.

LessonCraft's sample lesson pages include complete plans by subject and grade level, with section-by-section timing and classroom-ready activity steps.

You can browse the full sample library, then open individual examples like fractions, persuasive writing, or photosynthesis to see how pacing and assessment are structured.

Use the sample as a structure template first: keep the section sequence, then swap the content to your topic and standards.

Adjust timing based on your period length and student profile. For shorter lessons, keep fewer tasks per section and protect closure for a meaningful assessment check.

If a sample is close but not perfect, use it as the baseline for generating a customized version with your grade, topic, and constraints.