Moments of the day
Station rotation
Station rotation is a great way to keep students engaged and provide targeted instruction, but it can get noisy or confusing without clear directions. Having a visual guide helps everyone know what to do next, keeps transitions calm, and supports students who need reminders.
A classroom screen projected on your board or wall gives every group the same cues: timers for each station, clear instructions, and checklists for what to finish. Students can look up anytime for guidance, freeing you up to move around and help where needed.
Templates for Station rotation
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Station rotation for pre-K (ages 3–5)
A free, visual classroom screen for pre-K station rotation with timer, groups, plan, and checklist.
Kindergarten to 2nd grade
Station rotation for kindergarten–2nd grade
Guide K–2 students through station rotation with a visual timer, group maker, and simple checklist.
Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11)
Station rotation for grades 3–5
A ready-to-use screen for grades 3–5 station rotation, with timer, checklist, group maker, and day plan.
Grades 6-8 (ages 11–14)
Station rotation for grades 6–8
Guide your middle schoolers through station rotation with a visual plan, timer, groups, and checklist—all on one screen.
Grades 9–12 (ages 14–18)
Station rotation for high school (grades 9–12)
Organize effective station rotations for high school with a visual timer, group maker, and easy-to-follow plan.
Why teachers like it
- Keeps rotations on time and transitions smooth.
- Supports independence for all ages and abilities.
- Frees up teacher attention for small-group instruction.
How to set it up
- 1Sign in and choose a station rotation template for your grade.
- 2Edit station names, instructions, and timing as needed.
- 3Project the screen so all students can see it during the lesson.
- 4Start the timer when rotations begin.
- 5Use on-screen tools like a noise meter or name picker if needed for group management.
Tips
- Color-code station names or use icons for younger students or non-readers.
- Add a visual timer for each rotation to build independence.
- Use a checklist widget so students can track their own progress at each station.
- Include quick reminders or behavior expectations in a corner of the screen.
Questions teachers ask
Can I use these screens with any subject?
Yes, the templates are flexible and can be adapted for any station-based activity, from reading to math to science.
How do I group students for stations?
You can assign groups ahead of time or use the name picker widget to create groups quickly in class.
Can students interact with the screen?
Students can answer polls or check in via QR code on their own devices, but the main screen is projected for the whole class.