Free Sub Plans by Grade
Emergency sub plans for kindergarten through 8th grade. Each grade page includes a full-day schedule, no-prep activities, and classroom management tips — ready when you need them.
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Kindergarten
5–6 year olds
Letter sounds, counting, drawing, read alouds
1st Grade
6–7 year olds
Sight words, story problems, partner reading
2nd Grade
7–8 year olds
Fluency reading, place value, opinion writing
3rd Grade
8–9 year olds
Multiplication facts, text evidence, food chains
4th Grade
9–10 year olds
Multi-digit math, inferencing, US regions
5th Grade
10–11 year olds
Fractions, argumentative writing, ecosystems
6th Grade
11–12 year olds
Ratios, figurative language, cells diagram
7th Grade
12–13 year olds
Integers, author's purpose, photosynthesis
8th Grade
13–14 year olds
Linear equations, primary sources, genetics
What Makes a Good Emergency Sub Plan?
- A current seating chart — essential for any sub to maintain order.
- A detailed schedule with times, specials, and transitions written out.
- 3–5 self-contained activities that don't require prior lesson context.
- Notes on students who need extra support or have accommodations.
- Emergency contact: front office number and neighboring teacher name.
- Where materials are: pencils, paper, passes, attendance forms.