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ShowTell Classroom Activity & Station Prompt Cards

Cut out these 4 prompt cards to place at your classroom iPad learning stations.
Math Station
Explain Your Solution (60 Sec)
  • 1. Choose the Math Grid paper style.
  • 2. Place math counters, tallies, or shape stamps for your problem.
  • 3. Tap Record and say: "Here is how I solved 7 + 8..."
  • 4. Draw arrows or circle groups as you explain.
πŸ’‘ Teacher Goal: Observe whether the student uses grouping strategies or 1-by-1 counting.
Science Lab Station
The Specimen Detective
  • 1. Place your leaf, rock, or classroom object on the desk.
  • 2. Tap Camera to take a photo directly onto the canvas.
  • 3. Stamp the Magnifier or Beaker tool.
  • 4. Tap Record: Describe 3 textures or parts you notice!
πŸ’‘ Teacher Goal: Practice precise observational vocabulary and labeled diagrams.
Phonics & Reading Station
Highlight & Read Aloud
  • 1. Photograph the page from your reading book.
  • 2. Pick the Yellow Highlighter tool.
  • 3. Tap Record: Read the sentences aloud while guiding your highlighter under each word.
  • 4. Circle any tricky "silent e" or blended sounds.
πŸ’‘ Teacher Goal: Quick fluency capture that can be replayed during parent conferences.
Show & Tell Station
The 45-Second Creator Talk
  • 1. Photograph your physical clay sculpture, drawing, or block build.
  • 2. Tap Record and answer: β€œWhat inspired this? What was the hardest part to make?”
  • 3. Use the stamp cloner to add details or reactions!
πŸ’‘ Teacher Goal: Develop public speaking and metacognitive reflection on creative work.