5 Small Group Instruction

In this episode, Danielle and Sari interview Olivia Ruggirello, kindergarten teacher in Woodstock, Georgia. They discuss all things small group instruction! From routines and procedures, to planning for each group, Olivia explains how she effectively teaches in small groups in her classroom. Modeling, both with a teacher and with students, is critical for success. Olivia also shares the logistics of how she keeps her centers organized and easy for her kindergartners to understand. Olivia emphasizes the importance of making learning fun!

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Baskets for Groups: lakeshorelearning.com/search/products/page-1/sort-best/num-24?view=grid&Ntt=basketsBookshelves for Materials: lakeshorelearning.com/search/products/page-1/sort-best/num-24/loc-042?view=grid&Ntt=bookshelvesPocket Charts: lakeshorelearning.com/search/products/page-1/sort-best/num-24/loc-042?view=grid&Ntt=pocket%20chartPlan Small Group Instruction with Toolbox: i-ReadyCentral.com/videos/plan-small-group-instruction-with-teacher-toolbox-for-i-ready/Finding Resources in Toolbox: i-ReadyCentral.com/download/?res=16770&view_pdf=1Benefits of Small Group Instruction: corelearn.com/small-group-instruction-blog/Extraordinary Educators: CurriculumAssociates.com/extraordinary-educators/2020-classInstagram: Instagram.com/MyiReadyTwitter: Twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc Olivia’s Twitter: Twitter.com/MrsRuggirello