Save time building your reading resources with this reading center starter kit for K – 3rd classrooms! Keep reading to see how this versatile kit may be used.
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The Value of Reading Centers in the K – 3rd Classroom
My classroom’s reading center plays a major role in my kiddos’ literacy development. I’m sure you agree that reading centers are such a valuable addition to any elementary classroom. Not only do they provide a quick reference guide and opportunity for students, but they are a wonderful way to focus on improving specific skills… and to foster independence at the same time!
I like that my classroom’s reading center can be used by individual students or with small groups. They are also a great way to start or end a class period.
The Reading Center Starter Kit
I *finally* put together a reading center starter kit! It’s been in my head ever since I made my writing center starter kit almost one year ago. With a little push from a friend, I got to work on it… and I LOVE the result!
My goal was to make setting up a reading center quick and easy. If you are creating a reading center for the first time, my starter kit is here to help you get up and running.
Reading Skills Title Cards
Versatility is key. Not all classrooms are the same in size or design, so I designed this center to be portable, short-term, or a permanent part of the elementary classroom.
This kit includes title cards that list each reading skill individually. They can be assembled on a portable, tri-fold board to save space. I like this idea because if I want to make the reading center available on a specific day of the week, I can easily set it up and store it the rest of the time.
Reading Skills Posters
If you have room for a bulletin board reference wall, the posters and headers can be arranged on one. Or if your bulletin board is smaller, you can certainly use the title cards instead. This is great if you have the dedicated space available so that students can reference the wall at any moment during their class time.
Or why not use it as a binder reference?! Just slip the posters into sheet protectors, pop ’em in a binder, and set it out for kiddos to grab when needed!
Here’s a close-up of four of the *18* strategy and skills posters included in my starter kit:
The poster reading topics include:
- visualize,
- reread,
- question,
- summarize,
- make connections,
- predictions,
- inferences,
- prior knowledge,
- main idea & details,
- retell,
- compare & contrast,
- cause & effect,
- classify & categorize,
- fantasy vs. reality,
- sequence of events,
- drawing conclusions,
- illustrations,
- character & setting
Reading Skills Practice Worksheets
I also included graphic organizers for each of the 18 posters. Some posters/skills have more than one worksheet option. You can keep blank copies ready for students to complete as a class, or assign them individually for differentiated learning.
Here are a few examples:
What You’ll Need
Depending on how you plan to display the posters or title cards and use this reading center starter kit in your classroom, I suggest using the following supplies:
- Tri-fold board
- Double-sided tape
- White cardstock
- Paper cutter
- Binder
- Page protectors
- Plain printer paper
Download Your Copy Today!
I hope you’re as excited about this one as I am!! To grab your pack, or to learn more, head over to my TpT shop. If you DL the preview, you can get a great look at what’s included.
I’d LOVE to hear what you think!!
LOVE times 5 million!!!
CUTE!! I'm your newest follower!
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This looks amazing!! We have your writing version and will have to get the reading version for next year! We love using the tri-fold board so it is easy to manage and portable. It would be great to have to recall past reading strategies taught at any time!
🙂 Tamra and Sarah
First Grade Buddies
Ummm, genius!!! Love it!
This looks AMAZING! Rock it out girl!
Journey of a Substitute Teacher
LOve it! I think this will be just what I need to help start implementing things I've been reading in the Book Whisperer.
Terri
KinderKapers
Fabulous! Such a great reference for kids and so stinkin purdy to look at! Love it!
~Christy & Tammy
Fluttering Through First Grade
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! I can't wait to get it!!! 🙂
Jamie at 2nd Grade Stuff
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Pinned it! 🙂
Kimberly Ann
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Here is the link to my pin! http://pinterest.com/pin/93801604711726967/
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I pinned it 🙂
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I pinned!
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I love your Writing Center! This looks amazing! Pinned!
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Cheryl
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Crayons and Curls
Such a great idea!
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Amber
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I love this! I pinned it at http://pinterest.com/pin/89720217549202746/
Kayla
Primary Junction
I pinned your reading centers starter! Would love to have it! so cute and helpful!
Looks AMAZING!!! crossing fingers for a pick..pinned twice!
Pinned it. Would love to have this up in the library. http://pinterest.com/pin/109282728430558121/
LOVE this!! Im hoping for a sweet treat…pinned twice and crossing fingers
Must have this!!!! I love it!!! http://pinterest.com/pin/229542912230322724/ thepolkadotowl@gmail.com
This is perfect! Would be great to add to your writing center and math printables that I already own! I pinned it here! Fingers crossed to win!
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Jenna
I've Got It Made in Second Grade
What a great resource! Thanks for your hard work and your willingness to share! laurmrizzo@gmail.com
Pinned! http://pinterest.com/pin/79446380899313803/
Beautiful! I pinned it! ~Heather Langley
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I pinned it! http://pinterest.com/pin/195062227583150883/
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Love this! Pinned it twice! Am moving grade levels next year and would love some new stuff! Xoxox follow you on IG too 🙂
I pinned it!! http://pinterest.com/pin/190628996700095083/
Nayda Nieves
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What a great idea esp for a new-to-kinder teacher like me who moved from 4th/5th grade! The center is a one stop resource that can give us a jump start on great centers! Thank you!!
Love, love, love this!!! I MUST win!! Pinned it like I've never "pinned" before. 🙂
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Pinned onto my literacy board!!
Thanks for chance
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Hi Teri! Just pinned it! I am crossing my fingers girl. Love ya! Sylvia. Sraigosa505@ aol.com
Looks sweet! Love the bright colors! Can't wait to use it in the fall!
Please be me!! 🙂
Caralee
Confessions of a Teachanista
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I pinned it because I LOVE it!!
Tamara
2crazytexasteachers@gmail.com
Love your stuff! I pinned it.
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cbartram@kitcarsonschool.com
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I pinned it! 🙂
Rebecca
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I pinned it http://pinterest.com/pin/153474299774340329/ I'd love to have this. I made your writing board & absolutely love it. The kids love using it too! Carol cpolston3@yahoo.com
Pinned and ready to win!!! Great resource!!
I have your writing set and love it. I know I would love this set to. I pinned it here: http://pinterest.com/pin/218002438185061878/
Ruthanne rarace81@gmail.com
Pinned it! http://pinterest.com/pin/263671753156568795/
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This looks amazing! We are starting a reading fair at my school next year and I think this would make a great visual when presenting to classes!!! I pinned it:
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Thank you for sharing!
Jennifer
lofgrenj@vail.k12.az.us
This looks amazing! We are starting a reading fair at my school next year and I think this would make a great visual when presenting to classes!!! I pinned it:
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Thank you for sharing!
Jennifer
lofgrenj@vail.k12.az.us
Pinning it now! Thanks!
I love this! Pinned it! http://pinterest.com/pin/205687907953937077/
I pinned it so I don't forget it!
Awesome!
Thanks for the chance to win.
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Special Teacher for Special Kids
This looks awesome! Crossing my fingers I'm a winner! 🙂 http://pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/
This is really neat! May I ask where you found the jungle themed border? Thanks!!
As always love it! I pinned! http://pinterest.com/pin/179581103864122823/
cynthia.arki@gmail.com
I am amazed by your writing kit so I know your reading kit will be just as great! Here is the link to my pin: http://pinterest.com/pin/243335186089198074/.
After 3 years of teaching a particular grade level, I am likely moving up. This kit would be a TREMENDOUS help for me! I definitely have my fingers crossed.
mmcbride@dyercs.net
This is AWESOME!!!!
I pinned it!! http://pinterest.com/pin/220957925440455360/
amandalawson4@gmil.com
This is adorable!!! I NEVER would have thought of something like this, but I LOVE IT!!!
justhave2teach@gmail.com
I pinned it! http://pinterest.com/pin/135671007497034537/
I have your writing kit as a bulletin board near my writing center and love it! This would be awesome!
rmitchell@asheboro.k12.nc.us
Looks fantastic! And it is now pinned!
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Chris
cryazzienj@yahoo.com
Pinned and awaiting 9 pm!
Forgot my email… Angie@toddrush.com
I have the writing kit and would the reading one too!!!! beth.shavelson@browardschools.com
Looks great! Pinned it:)
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pinned it and LOVE it 🙂
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kristinbrehm@gmail.com
Love it! Looking forward to making your adorable Mother's Day project for the second year, this week! Thanks!
This looks awesome! I definitely want this for my fourth graders!
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-Melissa
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Thanks for sharing
pinned
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:o) V.
Special Teacher for Special Kids
My kids love using your writing starter kit! I would love to have this too!!
Pinned it – http://pinterest.com/pin/14988611232507926/
Charlotte
clwhite1003@gmail.com
Wow! These look wonderful! Would definitely be able to use them with my kinder kiddos.
This is a must for my classroom!!!
Stephanie.livers@gmail.com
Pinned here: http://pinterest.com/pin/442126888388680825/
Fingers crossed!
tokyoshoes at hotmail dot com
I Pinned to Win…I am a new teacher so this would be very useful to me!!! Keeping my fingers crossed!!!
mybloodrunsorange8@gmail.com!
I would love the opportunity to use this in my first grade classroom!(Of course I pinned it!)
This looks absolutely amazing & super cute. I love the polka dots & cute graphics, very visually appealing. I love that you've included a graphic organizer to go with each poster, very handy for them to have an activity to go with each poster, as they learn the skill, great connection. You're hard work really shows!
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I pinned 🙂 http://pinterest.com/pin/7459155605639090
Gina thirdgradetidbitsATgmailDOTcom
Third Grade Tidbits
Pinned this awesome idea: http://pinterest.com/pin/262194009528594033/
Thanks for sharing!
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I already put it on my TpT Wishlist for the big sale, but winning it would be even sweeter!
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Love this! rscott813@gmail.com
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This is fantastic! So cute, but more importantly, clear and kid-friendly to read! Happy to pin!
Love this! Hope I win.
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Brandy Withers
Firstie Kidoodles
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This is incredible! I am now following your blog and following you on Pinterest!!! So excited!
Megan B
I just repinned in my Reading Category on my Pinterest page!!! I LOVE it – sooo "kid-friendly." I'm crossing my "fingers!!!!" foolishme03@yahoo.com
Pinned it! This is great!
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Courtney
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3rd Grade Sprinkles
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Pinned it and added it to my wishlist! I would love to win this!
Priscilla
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I just pinned it to my Literacy Fun board!! I hope I win!
Danielle
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It's pinned to my literacy board! I'd love to win. moria88@yahoo.com
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Thanks for the opportunity! Looks great!
That looks really cool. I'm pinning!
Thanks.
Probably too late, but just saw the giveaway piece on FB. Pinned it earlier today. Looks awesome!
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Mikaela
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absolutely adorable!! LOVE LOVE!
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I would love to win!
Ckurtago@chartermi.net
I had these in mind to make this summer as well…but since you already did all the work, I think I may just buy yours instead!! Seriously worth the $8! If you add up all the time and effort, plus the clipart…bravo, lady!
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Do you have this in Spanish?
I would love to win! Such great work! Thanks for a chance!
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