1. Instructional Highlights

2. Learning should be:  Cooperative  Engaging  Interactive  Relevant  Fun

3.  After the lesson is complete, it is time to practice  Stations are designed for students to work independently or collaboratively  Students rotate through activities that change periodically  Teachers work with students individually or in a small group

4.  Centers allow for choice  Establish routines  Promote collaboration  Motivation  Integrate Technology  Provide targeted practice

5.  IPod  Smart Board  Accelerated Reader  Writing Center  Phonics Games  Listening Center  Buddy Reading  Poetry  Spelling  Word Study  Vocabulary  Synonyms/Antonyms  Sequencing