Introduction to Literature Circle
Characteristics of Literature Circles
1. There is eye contact with all group members.
2. Members turn to face the speaker.
3. Members nod their heads in agreement.
4. Students read the assigned portion of the text independently.
5. Students complete the assigned job independently.
6. All students participate by talking about the text using text details for support.
7. The teacher visits with each group but does not facilitate.
Literature Circle Jobs
Read over this link, this is the document we will use in class for Lit. Circles.
Lit Circle JobsWhat do you see, think, and wonder?
After watching the above video, answer the following questions:
1. What do you see in the video about Literature Circles?
2. What do you think after watching the video about Literature Circles?
3. What do you wonder after watching the video about Literature Circles?