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You might get some good ideas and a peek into what elementary
math and language arts classes may look like by checking out The
Daily Five, by 2 Sisters (Gail Boushey & Joan Moser). Their book is
very descriptive of centers/stations and their website has many
videos showing them in action. Of course, not all elementary
schools follow this particular method, but it is similar to many of
the others that incorporate the idea of using centers. Not all
elementary schools/classes/teachers embrace centers. Some
prefer teacher-directed classes where the entire class does the
same activity at once, or where the class only breaks into groups
for specific activities. If you haven't discovered
TeachersPayTeachers, that is an excellent site that has many free
and for-sale teacher-made materials for all levels, types of
classrooms, and subject areas. A great starting place for resources
and ideas in primary reading might
behttp://it.pinellas.k12.fl.us/Teachers3/gurianb/ReadingUnit5.ht
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Pinterest is also an option for looking at the types of activities
elementary teachers are choosing.
I would guess that two big differences you will encounter will be in
classroom management and discipline. I have always said that a
good teacher can teach anything, but understanding the difference
in developmental levels makes a world of difference in how well
you teach!
Good luck with your change!

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