Small group tracking sheet

When I first started teaching (back in the Stone Age J ), my reading instruction time had 2 parts. Most of the time was spent in whole-class skill lessons. Then, I'd listen to my high, middle and low groups read aloud. I've learned a lot about teaching reading since then! Also, the pendulum of reading instruction has swung from teaching totally whole-class to total individualized reading instruction. Like most things, somewhere in the middle is best. There is a need for both whole-class…

Use this editable guided reading binder to organize the essentials like running records, forms, and lesson plans to keep small groups running smoothly.

Small group times are such important parts of both our reading and maths instruction. This time is invaluable and it is super important to be organised. This small group planner is EDITABLE and perfect for just this. Change the title to suit the small groups you are planning for, and add details to the table […]

Read to see how I plan and organize activities to run my small phonics groups in the beginning of the school year! Plus get this FREE customizable small group planning template to organize your own groups! #Kindergarten #Phonics #SmallGroups

Get free templates & tips for using anecdotal notes in small-group reading to track progress and plan instruction in kindergarten & 1st grade.

Keanna Funderburk Ecker on Instagram: "Teaching math small groups is my favorite part of each school day, so I make an effort to make sure it’s impactful and meaningful each time I meet with students. My math small group planner allows me to do just that! I like to have a weekly view so that I can keep this in my small group binder with my resources and be able to quickly see what students to need to pull and standards/activity I need to grab. It also allows me to be intentional about what I…

Small groups are an essential piece of every elementary classroom’s reading block. My first year teaching, small groups were not part of the instructional model. We taught whole group and then worked with individuals who struggled with that day’s lesson. I was brand-new to teaching. My students learned. I saw growth. Their fluency improved. …

Hey Y'all! Hope everyone is well. I'm in my 3rd week of school and things are going well. I am well into daily five routines and practice as well as math stations. There is still so much to do and so much to teach my little ones! I'm also 35 weeks pregnant and getting a little anxious about delivery quickly approaching. I still don't know my long term sub but I'm trying to get as organized as possible to help her transition into my classroom. I've also been very busy creating and customizing…

Guided Reading Small Groups Page for Teacher Binder

Hey y'all...I have to say small group is my FAVORITE time of the day! I absolutely love being able to work with just a few of my kiddos and really get some valuable conversations going. I'm going to give you a run down of how I manage and run my small group area & schedule! I have my small group table right next to my desk to minimize how often I have to get up between groups if I need to check on something! Student Set Up Each (all five) kid has a pencil basket with supplies that I swap out…