Fremont Public Schools
Literature Study/Circle Implementation Expectations:
To differentiate literacy instruction for above grade level readers during the literacy block. Teacher lead discusions and check for understanding/reading pace will occur a minimum of 2 times per week for each literature study/circle group.
Specific directions have been developed for communicating with building principals about starting a literature study/circle group. Teachers will complete a literature study district planning form and have your building principal approve it.
Specific criteria have been developed for scheduling students into/out of both guided reading and literature study.
Sample schedule
Specific criteria have been developed for selecting students who may participate in literature study. Students reading level L/24 or higher and who are reading above grade level may participate in a literature study/circle.
Specific directions have been developed for communicating with building principals about starting a literature study/circle group. Teachers will complete a literature study district planning form and have your building principal approve it.
Specific criteria have been developed for scheduling students into/out of both guided reading and literature study.
Sample schedule
Specific criteria have been developed for selecting students who may participate in literature study. Students reading level L/24 or higher and who are reading above grade level may participate in a literature study/circle.
Teacher Resources for Implementing Literature Study/Circles
Guiding Readers and Writers Grades 3-6 by Fountas and Pinnell
Section 4: Chapters 15-17
FPS Literature Study Planning Document
Basic Sequence for Literature Study
Essential Elements of Literature Study
Establishing Seven Routines for Literature Study
Role of the Teacher
Level of Teacher Support
Basic Sequence for Literature Study
Essential Elements of Literature Study
Establishing Seven Routines for Literature Study
Role of the Teacher
Level of Teacher Support