Small Group Table Must Haves
Having the tools that you need at your small group table can save you a lot of time and energy. It'll also allow you to give your students the undivided attention that they need.
Binders are a great way to keep up with your notes as you work with your students at the small group table. It'll also keep you organized. #affiliate
Having a white board at your small group table means that you don't have the distract the rest of the class by going to main class board when you work with a small group. It keeps your students' focus where it needs to be - at the small group table. ...
Dividers are just what you need to keep your notes and student information organized in your binders. They'll help you separate your students and classes more easily. #affiliate
You have need a stash of pens wherever you are. They are just what you need to write down important observations when you work with each of your students. #affiliate
Table spots will keep your students organized and focused. There's always a student or two who has trouble remaining in their spot. With table spots, you can easily redirect them. #affiliate
Sheet protectors will keep important papers covered in your binders, so they don't get torn or damaged. They are also a great way to highlight important sheets in your binder. #affiliate
Having my rolling cart right behind my small group table was very convenient for me. It made it easier for me to store papers or keep up with assignments for students who were absent. There are a variety of label design ideas for your drawers on Etsy...
Glue sticks are essential for small group table projects. They can be stored in one of your rolling cart drawers for easy access. #affiliate
There's always a student who will come to your small group table without a pencil. Having sharpened pencils available and ready to hand out will save both you and your students time. #affiliate
Highlighters are great to have when you want students to focus on important aspects of an assignment. For example, in math, you can have your students highlight specific aspects of the word problem that will help them to solve it. #affiliate
Believe it or not, I have used 2 / 2.5 gallon zip bags for my students to store books they were reading, reading logs, and other reading class essentials. This is an inexpensive way to do it! #affiliate
Timers will help you to keep track of how much time you are spending with each small group. It'll also help to keep track of the time you are spending with each student working on math/reading assignments. #affiliate
Your students can use sticky notes to jot notes about their books, work out math problems, etc. #affiliate
I used two pocket folders for my students to store all of their guided reading materials like their reading logs, assignments, etc.. Having folders will help your classroom and your students' desks remain clutter free. Plastic folders are better to u...
If you don't have a file cabinet, then having an accordion pocket folder is the next best thing! It will help you to keep important information organized. #affiliate
Colorful markers are a great way to add creativity to any assignment. #affiliate