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Literature Circles

Literature Circles. Chapter 13. "I believe literature can be … a catalyst for meaningful discussions that might foster respect among the multiethnic student body of today's schools.". Lulu Delacre. Background. Description. Rationale:. A way to provide memorable experiences for students

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Literature Circles

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  1. Literature Circles Chapter 13

  2. "I believe literature can be … a catalyst for meaningful discussions that might foster respect among the multiethnic student body of today's schools." Lulu Delacre

  3. Background

  4. Description

  5. Rationale: • A way to provide memorable experiences for students • A venue for sharing high-quality literature with others of similar interests

  6. Implementation

  7. Select high-quality, interesting books. Fiction or nonfiction?

  8. Groups • Teacher's role • Students' roles • Meet concurrently several times a week.

  9. Response Journal • Private space to reflect & write • Open-ended or teacher prompt • Safe place for students to take risks • Assess by comments, not by grade. • Teacher may need to model.

  10. Discussions • Students verbalize and extend from their journals. • Teachers may need to organize a fishbowl.

  11. Research

  12. Presentations: • Strengthen comprehension • Examples of presentations

  13. Variations

  14. Other types • Special needs learners • Primary grades • Cultural considerations • Assessment

  15. See the CD-ROM which came with this text for: • Searchable database of children's literature • Text sets • Professional journals to help you find good books • Visit the COMPANION WEBSITE for: • Information about authors and illustrators • Booktalking resources • Children's periodicals

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