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Planning

Look here for tips and suggestions on effective and creative lesson planning. Tips are based around children's literature and age appropriate topics. For more ideas for lesson plans, visit PEACH (Planning Educational Activities for CHildren) hosted by Georgia State University Best Practices. PEACH is an interactive website that puts thousands of high-quality, developmentally appropriate activities at your fingertips.

Lesson PlansLesson Plan IdeasLearning Area ChangesDaily Schedules
  • Lesson Plan Template 1
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  • Example of Lesson Plan Template Five Completion (E)
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  • Head Start Example Lesson Plan 1
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