23. Using Centers for Upper Elementary Kids

When you think of literacy stations, what do you envision? It's likely that you picture a kindergarten, first, or second grade classroom. However, it's so impactful to use centers for your big kids too! I learned this after making the jump from teaching kindergarten to fourth grade.   By the end of this episode, I know that you'll be able to see the value in working centers into your daily routine for third-fifth grade. Not only do centers give you time to work in small groups or one-on-one with students, but they also help build independence. After some up-front modeling and planning, centers act as a great time to practice new skills and revisit past ones.   In this episode I share: 4 reasons why I love using centers with upper elementary students How to select the activities for each of your centers Getting your students' opinions on what is found in the centers Tips on making centers engaging for students Examples of ways you can make your centers evergreen and no-prep Managing your centers with ease   Resources from this episode: Reading Graphic Organizers Reading Trifold Brochures Reading Response Question Rings Writing Centers Poster and Paper   Connect with me: TpT Store Join The Literacy Dive Facebook group! Instagram Blog Facebook Page YouTube   For full show notes, head to misspsstyle.com/podcast-episode23   If you are enjoying The Literacy Dive Podcast, please subscribe, leave a rating, and a helpful review! It is much appreciated and thank you for listening!