2. As a PLC we explored literacy stations
based on the work of Debbie Diller. We
shared ideas across grade levels and
implemented new teaching strategies to
enhance literacy in our classrooms.
Our Objective
3. ● Classroom Library
● Content Area Stations
● Independent Reading
● Listening Station
● Word Study
● Drama Station
● Poetry Station
● Guided Reading/Literature Circles
Debbie Diller’s 8 stations
4. ● builds students’ organizational skills
● empowers students to self-select from a
variety of subjects and levels
● books are accessible and abundant at all
times
Classroom Library
6. ● extend students’ opportunity for more
inquiry
● allow more time for peer interaction
● student-centered
● provide opportunities to use content-
specific vocabulary and language
Content Area Stations
11. ● provides opportunities to hear fluent
readers
● allows students to be exposed to a
variety of expressions and dialects
● builds listening comprehension
● provides access to text they may not be
able to read on their own
Listening Station
14. ● increases vocabulary
● allows students to recognize patterns
and relationships between words
● demystifies English spelling
● teaches basic etymology
Word Study
19. ● offers students a voice through
expression of character
● builds empathy and collaboration
● provides a kinesthetic mode for learning
● builds self-confidence and creativity in
public speaking
Drama Station
21. ● exposes students to numerous poetic
forms and poetic devices
● develops critical/creative thinking skills:
visualization, writing, word choice
● increases fluency through oral readings
Poetry Station
23. ● provides a safe environment for
immediate feedback and discussion
● gives students opportunities to teach and
learn from each other
● allows time to practice reading
strategies: decoding, fluency,
comprehension, accuracy
Guided Reading/Literature
Circles