In this article, veteran educator Otis Kriegel provides eight questions that teachers can ask themselves as they create or tweak lesson plans. With practical, straightforward advice, Kriegel suggests that teachers be mindful of who their audience is, how much students already know, and what materials they'll need. He also urges teachers to consider their preparedness for the lesson, the role of the students, as well as how to check for understanding and differentiate lessons to meet the needs of every student.