Beyond the Crate and Curriculum How to infuse 6 traits into centers Dr. Karen Burns

Objectives Participate in a variety of grade level appropriate writing centers. Identify the traits and key qualities that are reviewed by each center. Reflect on ways to incorporate one of the centers into your classroom. Share center ideas that you are already using in your classroom.

Agenda Overview of centers Participate in center activities Identify trait and key quality used at each center Reflect on center and use in your classroom Share reflections and center ideas from your classroom Wrap-up