Anchor Activities

 

"Anchor activities work best when the expectations are clear and the tasks are taught and practiced prior to use."
Ann Furfine

When are anchor activities used?
 to begin the day
when students complete an assignment
when students are stuck and waiting for help


Types of anchor activities
 DEAR Time - Silent Reading
Journal Writing or Learning Logs
Vocabulary Work
Math “Problem of the Day”
Learning Centre
Spelling Practice
Portfolio Management
Agenda notes

How do I do it? What does it look like? How do I assess? How can I learn more? What is it?

Best Practices: Pieces of the Puzzle

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