If you’re new around here, you may not know that I am ALWAYS preaching on and on about managing your time in the classroom efficiently , especially when it comes to centers. This is because I am of the firm belief that centers clear space for the best teaching you can possibly give: small group

Unlock strategies for 4th and 5th grade small group reading. Explore different focuses and a six-step process to use.

I often get questions about how to set up small group lessons in upper elementary. Strategy groups are one framework that can work for a variety of reading skills. Check out this post to learn more.

Do you use reading response journals during independent reading time? I made a free reading response journal prompts menu for you to use.

Small group time is one of my favorite times of the day! I love meeting with the kids and listening to them talk about math or reading! It used to be a real grind figuring out what I would do during that time, but once I got a system down, it really became the highlight...Read More »

Find out how to create a reading graphic organizers file box to save you time when planning for your reading small groups.

When I started at my new school last year, I came into a new reading program. I was used to doing almost all of my reading instruction WHOLE CLASS, but my school uses a guided reading model all the way up to 5th grade. I definitely had to rethink my reading block! I had done centers in the past, but wanted a really clear way to maximize the time and make the transitions clear for the students. Here's how I do my guided reading block! ROTATIONS We have Guided Reading/Centers Monday-Thursday…

Teaching reading skills can be daunting; there is no doubt about that! We have to help each other out, so I want to share some fun reading comprehension games

Setting up for small group in 2nd grade can be challenging! This post outlines one teacher's simple center rotation schedule.

Literature Circles (Book Clubs) are one of my favorite ways to engage students in reading. Get your kids independently talking about books while you meet with your guided reading groups.