What are Literacy Centers?

 

Literacy Centers are made up of three different components:

1. Mini-Lesson- short, focused lesson (about 10 min)

2. Application- Children move to various centers where they can practice and apply what they have learned. 

3. Closure (Share-Time)- Good student practices are highlighted and students are reminded of what they have been learning.

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What are the Weekly Centers?

• Alphabet Center

• Phonics Center

• Words Center

• Writing Center

• Reading Center

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Why are Literacy Centers Important?

• They provide children with the opportunity to practice what they have learned.

• They provide for opportunities for meaningful, active learning.

• They allow children to work at their own pace & level.

• They provide opportunities for enrichment and remediation.

• They use concrete, real objects that are relevant to a child’s life.

• They encourage children to become problem solvers and independent learners.​