This graphic organizer for literature circles is designed to facilitate structured and engaging discussions in a classroom setting, specifically for small reading groups. This organizer provides clear roles and responsibilities for each group member, ensuring that every student actively participates and contributes to the discussion. The roles include:
- Discussion Director: Creates discussion topics, facilitates the conversation, and keeps a record of the group’s questions.
- Vocabulary Wizard: Clarifies or researches words, and compiles a list of vocabulary for submission.
- Classroom Connector: Finds connections between the texts and current events or previous novels, and keeps an accurate record for submission.
- Literary Luminary: Identifies key passages related to themes, symbolism, and characterization, maintaining a record for submission.
- Animation Artist: Creates artistic representations of text elements for the group.
You can use this organizer to assign specific tasks to students, encouraging a deeper understanding of the literature through collaborative learning. The organizer also includes sections for documenting meeting details, ensuring that discussions are well-planned and productive.
