Literacy stations should be more than just busy work. This book shows how to ensure that kids are purposefully and effectively practicing comprehension, deeper thinking, vocabulary, and communication skills every day. Here's everything you need to plan, teach, and refresh the Independent Reading station year-round, including: step-by-step instructions for launching and maintaining the station; whole-group lesson plans, based on key literacy standards, to introduce and support partner work; printable teacher and student tools; on-the-spot assessment ideas and troubleshooting tips; lists of grade-level specific materials; and countless real-classroom photos so you see the possibilities first-hand.