Teacher...What Do I Do Next??

How many times do you model the steps for students, ask them to repeat the steps, and then send them to work independently...and not 5 minutes later you hear, "Teacher, what do I do next?" Or, how many times do you model the steps that students are to follow and next thing you know...a student is cutting out materials and they were supposed to color first!?!

To make sure students don't forget...I created picture direction icons to post on my whiteboard.

As I give directions, I number the step and place my magnetic icons next to the number.

Not only do students have a visual to refer to (without having to ask the teacher), but you can foster independence by reminding students where to find the answer. Clipart by Scrappin Doodles.