6 Steps for Success with Sequencing with Early Readers and Writers

I blogged about a sequencing center in 2015, but I'd like to talk about a six different steps for teaching sequence and creating success. Students can be directed through a variety of experiences moving experiences from teacher-led, teacher-directed to student-led,…

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Writing Centers for Early Learners: 5 Centers for Encouraging Independence

Writing Center is a must. But, I also think a 4 Square Center, a First, Then, Last Center, Fab 5 Center and a Word Wall Word Center with Configuration Boxes.  Writing Centers are the most important part of their independence.…

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Mentor Text: Introducing Sequencing to Kindergartners with “First the Egg”

Sequencing is always a hard task with early students, but this mentor text can help. This is such a cute book. The text is deceivingly simple and so are the illustrations. BUT, the book can be as complex as you'd…

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