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Literature Circles – An Introduction

May 25, 2018June 6, 2019

In traditional classrooms the entire class reads one novel, as the teacher guides their students through the text.  This is not the case with Literature Circles.  Literature Circles allow students to choose texts that resonate with them; choice allows for ownership, which heights student engagement with their text. In literature circles, small groups of students … Continue reading Literature Circles – An Introduction

How to Run Literature Circles

May 25, 2018June 6, 2019

To run a literature circle you first need to determine what sort of assessments you're looking for.  Next, you will need to block off enough time for students to complete their readings, as well as their projects. Planning the Assessments I use four role sheets that students complete as they read their text, followed up … Continue reading How to Run Literature Circles

Literature Circles – Resources

May 25, 2018June 6, 2019

Now that you have familiarized yourself with Literature Circles, and how they run, you may find yourself in need of assignments and handouts to provide to your students.  Feel free to distribute my sheets for non-commercial purposes. Downloads Literature Circles - The Complete Package Role Sheets Project-Based Assignment Daily Journaling Topics Part 1: Literature Circles … Continue reading Literature Circles – Resources

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