1. Select one manageable target
Find the current teaching week in your scheme. Copy the exact curriculum target rather than only the topic title. “Fractions” is broad; identifying equivalent fractions using a model gives you a clearer lesson to plan. Check the target against your class’s curriculum before using this example.
2. Check what learners already know
Start with a short task that reveals prior knowledge. Ask learners to shade one half of a rectangle and explain why the two parts must be equal. Their explanations help you decide whether to begin with revision or move ahead.
3. Plan the learning sequence
Use a short introduction, a teacher demonstration, a learner activity and a closing check. For a 35-minute lesson, you might allow 5 minutes for the opening, 8 for modelling, 15 for paired practice and 7 for checking and summarising. Adjust the timings to your class.
4. Name the evidence you will collect
Write what you will listen for, observe or collect. “Learners complete the activity” is less informative than “Learners explain why two quarters cover the same area as one half.” Plan a follow-up task for learners who need more practice.
5. Review before generating or printing
Confirm the class, teaching days, duration and materials. If you upload a photographed scheme, check that the week, topic and target were read correctly. Review the generated draft for accuracy and adapt it to your learners. Open the lesson planning overview.