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Book Title            : Literature Circles – Voice and Choice in the Student-Centered Classroom

Author                  : Harvey Daniels

Year                       : 1994

Two potent ideas – independent reading and cooperative learning – come together in this practical and exciting book.

This unique model of literature circles was developed by a team of midwest teachers who combined local inventions with models appearing in the national professional literature. Daniels and his colleagues have been especially concerned with the issues of management, the preparation of students, and enacting the principles of classroom democracy and group dynamics. Their special contribution has been to add to literature circles the key formal elements of collaborative learning – particularly through the varied roles they use to guide students in newly-formed group.

Designed to be practical for teachers who want to start and refine student-led literature discussion group in their classrooms, Daniels’ book features:

  • specific techniques for starting and managing Literature Circles;
  • lots of variations which may suit different students, grade levels, and teaching styles;
  • photocopiable role sheets in English and Spanish;
  • ideas and suggestions for extending Literature Circles across the curriculum.

Drawing on stories from twenty-two classroom teachers who work with students from Kindergarten through college, this book delivers ample guidance and inspiration for teachers who want to implement Literature Circles for themselves.

This book can be accessed in ESAC.