Some of Our Critical Thinking Readers in Action This Week

Finding out about how much fun you can have reading - and relax at the same time!

Groups can be 2 students or a maximum of 6 - if it's a really popular book!

Changing your learning environment to enjoy reading.  ("Bring on summer when we can get outside Miss!!")

Identifying The Main Idea / Summarising a Text

Hi everyone!
Thought I'd add another task for you, just to keep you on your toes!
In your groups today, you've discussed the main idea in the text you are reading in your groups and you've summarised the main events that have happened so far. 

Add your thoughts here for others to read and comment on - your discussion might inspire and encourage others to read the book you're reading.

LITERATURE CIRCLE GROUP TASK - WEEK 1 TERM 4

Hey everyone!
Your task from today's session is to discuss the books you've started today.  This will be a group comment so you need to include everyone's opinions - remember Any and All Ideas Count!
Be specific in your comments and remember to justify your opinion.

Think about the following:

*What would your character be like if you met him / her / it in the street?  (Add your comments below - I'm looking forward to reading them!!)

Reflecting On Our Reading

Hey everyone!  I'm loving reading about the books you're reading.  Remember to be critical thinkers - don't just say you loved a book or didn't enjoy a book.  You need to say 'Why' - this will show that you're thinking critically about what you're reading and that you can justify your opinions.  This is what GREAT READERS do - and all of you ARE great readers.
Don't forget to challenge each other's thinking - if you don't agree with someone else's opinion, start up a debate / discussion with them - remember to be respectful though.  It's important to value their opinions too.

It's Term 4!! Let's get that reading going and the discussions started!!

Hi everyone!
I hope you've had a fantastic holiday and you kept up with your reading.  Remember, the more you read and the wider range you read, the faster your reading will improve and the more confident you will become as a reader.  You will also be able to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of books - what could be better??

Your task for this week:
Jump into the discussion and tell us about what you're reading at the moment.  Share your thoughts, ideas and opinions as comments below.  It's easy, just click on the comments button and go for it!  Miss H moderates all the comments so make sure you are checking what you write.

Welcome to Henderson Literature Circles!

Welcome to Henderson Intermediate's Literature Circles' blog. This blog was previously owned by Miss H when she was at Myross Bush School in Invercargill.  We have now claimed ownership of it and can't wait to share all the different books and ideas with everyone.

We are just learning about Literature Circles but we're quickly becoming professionals at them. 

Literature Circles is all about having fun, a love of reading and enjoying a good book.  It's also about a lot of discussion!

If you have any ideas, please share them with us by posting a comment at the bottom of this entry.  We'd also love you to become a Follower.

There will be lots of activities and questions for you to participate in, so come on in and enjoy the FUN with us!

Our Favourite Books from the Last Term

Hi everyone!  Jump on and discuss your favourite books from Term 1.

I've added a link to a British newspaper that has provided lists of recommended books for children.  These lists have been created by some famous authors you may know and like.

How many of their recommended books have you read so far?  Join the discussion and let us know.

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/books/news/the-50-books-every-child-should-read-2250138.html