I am going to try a new system with my literature circles and I am so excited to test out. I created title task cards for the student small groups...discussion director, power player (find challenging words), literacy luminary (find interesting passages), summarizer, key pointer (point out main points), and quiz questioner. After students read, they reflect on their reflection form and create a parallel. Next they form their collaboration groups and share the task they received. The discussion director leads the discussion time.
What have you used for literature circles? Do you have a favorite activity?
I love lit. circles! I'd like to invite you to a linky party that I have having called "Fun Friday." It is all about the fun things we do in our classrooms. I'd love for you to link up!
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