Back to Resources
Templates & Lesson PlansChapter 12: Reading, Phonics and Literacy

Menu of Station Ideas

A Google Doc with a menu of literacy station ideas you can mix and match for your classroom.

Open Resource

Menu of Station Ideas

This Google Doc provides a menu of literacy station ideas that you can mix, match, and adapt for your classroom. Use it as a starting point to design stations that offer choice and support a range of learners.

How to Use

  • Browse the full list and star ideas that fit your current instructional goals
  • Choose a mix of independent, partner, and movement-based options
  • Rotate ideas regularly to keep stations fresh and engaging

Related Resources

Engagement Games

A collection of 12 interactive engagement and closing circle games for the early childhood classroom.

Reference SheetsChapter 10

Developmental Milestone Chart

Responsive Classroom's Yardsticks developmental milestone chart for elementary school — a reference for understanding what is age-appropriate.

Reference SheetsChapter 10

Choice Greeting Routine

An Instagram video showing a choice greeting routine in action during morning meeting.

VideosChapter 10

Sample 30-Minute Phonics Block

A ready-to-use time-blocked lesson plan for a 30-minute student-centered phonics block.

Templates & Lesson PlansChapter 12