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Simply Stations: Writing, Grades K-4
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Simply Stations: Writing, Grades K-4



200 pages | Corwin

Literacy stations should be more than just busy work.

Simply Stations: Writing shows how to ensure that kids are purposefully and effectively practicing comprehension, deeper thinking, vocabulary, and communication skills every day. You’ll be amazed at what your students can do when you incorporate this important station with intention!

Debbie Diller has been refining literacy stations for over 40 years, working with thousands of teachers and students. She gives everything you need to plan, teach, and refresh the Writing station year-round, including…

  • Step-by-step instructions for launching and maintaining the station;
  • Whole-group lesson plans, based on key literacy standards, to introduce and support partner work;
  • Printable teacher and student tools;
  • On-the-spot assessment ideas and troubleshooting tips;
  • Lists of grade-level specific materials; and
  • Countless real-classroom photos so you see the possibilities first-hand.

Simply Stations: Writing gives you invaluable tips, solutions, and insight that can transform the way your students learn. It’s time to boost the impact of your literacy stations!

Don’t miss the other books in the Simply Stations series! Visit corwin.com/simplystations for more.

 
Section 1: Literacy Stations Overview
Dear Reader

 
Literacy station basics and frequently asked questions

 
Getting started with stations

 
Literacy Station Management board how-to

 
 
Section 2: Writing Station Basics
Why include this station?

 
What do students do at this station?

 
How do I keep stations varied & fresh?

 
What are the essential materials?

 
How do I set up stations?

 
How do I introduce the writing station?

 
What are some signs of success?

 
 
Section 3: Planning & Teaching
Start with solid planning

 
Use timeless standards as a guide

 
Teach for transfer: From Whole-group to Stations

 
 
Section 4: Reflection, Printables, and Resources
Reflection Tools

 
Planning Tools

 
Printable Tools for Teaching and Transfer

 
Resources

 

Sample Materials & Chapters

Letter from the Author

Literacy Stations Basics


Debbie Diller

Debbie Diller, a national consultant and author, has been an early childhood/elementary educator for over 40 years. Debbie uses her experience as a classroom teacher, Title I reading specialist, and literacy coach to teach others about sensible, realistic ways to meet the differentiated literacy needs of all students in the classroom. She is known for her groundbreaking work on independent learning, small group instruction, and classroom design and has authored many books, videos, and an online course which are widely used in classrooms and universities throughout North America. Debbie's latest book series, Simply Stations, was... More About Author