Books With Friends -- a 3-week general "lit circle-style" group reading project
About This Product
Books With Friends: A 3-week General Lit Circle-Style Group Reading Project.
This educational resource is a collaborative learning tool that will foster deeper engagement and comprehension. The 16-page kit adds a structured dimension to group reading and analyses, making it suitable for grades 9 through 12.
The unique feature of the Books With Friends project is its combination of independence and collaboration. Students can choose their personal text or the teacher can provide one, fostering accountability while ensuring every pupil's individual progress.
The Three-Part Framework
Structured in a three-part framework over three weeks, it facilitates interactive sessions among groups of 3-5 students who interpret the key elements collectively.
This resource allows teachers to take on an observatory role and witness enlightening discussions about diverse aspects of literature within their classroom setting.Pacakge Contents
- Direct instructions,
- Grading rubric,
- Group contract sheets,
- An empty reading schedule along with numerous contents for planning thoughtful group discussions.
The package also guides students to compile a comprehensive final project that reveals insightful notes accumulated from previous sessions.
Note:This packet does not offer specific pedagogical directions or content delivery guidelines ensuring all educators have space for flexibility while utilizing Books With Friends in their classrooms. Instead waving comfort flag with reassurance - the project being entirely student-driven yet meticulous.
The material has broad applicability - equally advantageous in small groups or larger settings including entire classrooms or homestudy environments also providing opportunity for homework assignments too!
Available both as PDF document and editable Google Doc link; making it seamless for you to align with your class requirements better!
Extend your Language Arts program towards novel study through innovative path paving avenues opening fresh perspectives into improved comprehension - stimulate your student's intellect today!
What's Included
This packet provides the directions, a grading rubric, a group contact, and a blank reading schedule, as well as several materials for planning group discussions and compiling a final project of notes. For the most part, the teacher is able to step back and listen to group conversations about the texts.
Please note that this product does not include specific directions for the teacher on how to lesson plan or deliver content. But feel comfortable knowing that the project is student-driven and thorough.