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Episode 68: Make Sub Plans Easier

In this episode, Alex shares practical tips for making substitute plans easier to prepare and manage. Whether you're planning for an upcoming absence or unexpectedly waking up sick, having a few things ready ahead of time can make a big difference! ✨ You'll learn: • Why keeping familiar routines matters more than following every lesson exactly. • How to organize a sub tub with essential classroom information. • What activities and materials to prepare ahead of time. • How to give substitutes flexibility while keeping the day on track. 💡 Sub plans don't have to mean starting from scratch every time you're absent! A little preparation now can save you time, reduce stress, and help your students and substitute have a smoother day. 🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📋 Sub Plans & Editable Templates Take the stress out of preparing for a substitute with ready-to-use Pre-K and Kindergarten sub plans! These resources include editable templates for classroom schedules, routines, procedures, and important information, plus activities for literacy, math, and more. Set up your sub tub once, then update it as needed throughout the year! 👉 Shop the Sub Plans & Templates HERE 📚 Sub Plans in the Print and Play Club Print and Play Club members can download the sub plans, editable templates, and included activities as part of their membership! You'll also find plenty of additional printables and games to keep your sub tub stocked throughout the year. Already a member? Find the Sub Plans inside the club! 👉 Not a member yet? Click here to join the club! The Happy Teaching Podcast with The Kindergarten Connection is the go-to podcast for Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers who want simple, effective, and joyful teaching strategies—fast! Hosted by Alex John, this bite-sized podcast delivers classroom management tips, engaging lesson ideas, and real-life solutions you can implement immediately. Whether you're looking to create smoother routines, build stronger student connections, or bring more fun into your teaching day, each episode (in ten minutes or less!) is designed to make your job easier and your classroom happier. Subscribe now and start teaching with confidence and joy! ... Connect with The Kindergarten Connection on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekindergartenconnection Visit us online: https://www.thekindgergartenconnection.com Join us at https://www.printandplayclub.com

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In this episode, Alex shares practical tips for making substitute plans easier to prepare and manage. Whether you're planning for an upcoming absence or unexpectedly waking up sick, having a few things ready ahead of time can make a big difference!

✨ You'll learn:
• Why keeping familiar routines matters more than following every lesson exactly.
• How to organize a sub tub with essential classroom information.
• What activities and materials to prepare ahead of time.
• How to give substitutes flexibility while keeping the day on track.

💡 Sub plans don't have to mean starting from scratch every time you're absent! A little preparation now can save you time, reduce stress, and help your students and substitute have a smoother day.

🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📋 Sub Plans & Editable Templates
Take the stress out of preparing for a substitute with ready-to-use Pre-K and Kindergarten sub plans! These resources include editable templates for classroom schedules, routines, procedures, and important information, plus activities for literacy, math, and more. Set up your sub tub once, then update it as needed throughout the year!
👉 Shop the Sub Plans & Templates HERE

📚 Sub Plans in the Print and Play Club
Print and Play Club members can download the sub plans, editable templates, and included activities as part of their membership! You'll also find plenty of additional printables and games to keep your sub tub stocked throughout the year. Already a member? Find the Sub Plans inside the club!
👉 Not a member yet? Click here to join the club!

The Happy Teaching Podcast with The Kindergarten Connection is the go-to podcast for Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers who want simple, effective, and joyful teaching strategies—fast! 

Hosted by Alex John, this bite-sized podcast delivers classroom management tips, engaging lesson ideas, and real-life solutions you can implement immediately. Whether you're looking to create smoother routines, build stronger student connections, or bring more fun into your teaching day, each episode (in ten minutes or less!) is designed to make your job easier and your classroom happier. 

Subscribe now and start teaching with confidence and joy!

...

Connect with The Kindergarten Connection on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekindergartenconnection

Visit us online: https://www.thekindgergartenconnection.com

Join us at https://www.printandplayclub.com

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