Podcast

EPISODE 19: Literature Circles for Reading Workshop Model in Middle School


A huge hallmark of reading workshop is having kids working in book clubs, AKA literature circles.  In this episode, we will talk about how to get kids working when they meet in groups.  This is the fifth part of a mini-series on reading workshop in middle school. Read here for tips for your middle school literature circles.

We will discuss:

  • What are Book Clubs?
  • How to Set Up your Book Clubs
  • Creating a Reading Plan
  • Discussion Questions for Book Clubs
  • Holding Kids Accountable in Book Clubs

I am hopeful that through my experience, this podcast series will help guide and inspire you to either get started with a reading workshop model of teaching or to hone your skills further.

Let’s connect!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Linda Asaro

Recent Posts

Social Studies Lesson Plan: 5 Simple Steps for Engaged Middle School Students

Learn how to create a social studies lesson plan that engages middle school students through…

4 weeks ago

How to Plan Lessons for Middle School ELA: 5 Easy Steps (Podcast)

If you’ve ever spent an entire Sunday planning lessons only to feel behind again by…

2 months ago

How to Plan Lessons for Middle School ELA: 5 Easy Steps

If you've ever spent an entire Sunday planning lessons only to feel behind again by…

2 months ago

How to Read Shakespeare: 8 Reading Strategies That Actually Help Students Understand Shakespeare

For many students, Shakespeare feels impossible before they even open the book. The unfamiliar vocabulary,…

3 months ago

5 Powerful End of Year Activities for Middle School ELA (Podcast)

The end of the school year is a unique mix of excitement, exhaustion, and unpredictability—especially…

4 months ago

5 Perfect Middle School Novels for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (Podcast)

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, making it the perfect time to introduce…

4 months ago