If students have some free time or finish an activity early, they can choose a center that interests them. A large variety of centers fosters many different learning styles and interests. Children view centers as a reward. They are enthusiastic about learning without even realizing it. Centers make it fun for students to practice and apply skills they need to use everyday in the classroom.
Centers also help to avoid discipline problems.
Students have a tendency to get bored very quickly, especially if there is time when they are not engaged in activity. Centers are a great way to keep their minds active while they are enjoying themselves at the same time.