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Literature Circles involve a small group of students exploring a piece of literature in depth. Although you'll find lots of books and articles on the Literature Circles, there are many ways to implement the strategies across grade levels and subject areas. Think of literature circles as one element of a balanced literacy program rather than "the solution." In most cases, the application of literature circles evolves over time as students and teachers become more experienced readers.

Literature circles are one of the hottest trends in language arts teaching. Two experts in the field offer insights and advice about using this instructional strategy. Included: Valuable resources for teachers who want to learn more about using literature circles in their classrooms.

This brief article looks at using Edmodo for students to operate literature circles. Main reasons provided relate to organisation and preparation, how they actually discuss the books and prepare their group response to the text is not covered.

A great resource for teaching literature in the classroom. Includes a literature circle resource centre, middle grade teachers blog and themed literature units

This is a predominantly US based directory of lesson plan sites for teaching literature in the library and classroom. It covers general lessons, book reports, literature circle and book talks, non-fiction and using technology.

Digital storytelling is a great idea, but where do you start? Mechelle De Craene outlines some practical strategies to enable you and your students to get the most out of this exciting medium. Classroom management was facilitated through the use of literature circle roles to guide each group member's contributions.

"Discussions that are centered in students' experiences spark more text-to-self connections and help students internalize concepts like empathy."