{"product_id":"literature-discussion-groups-in-the-intermediate-grades-dilemmas-and-possibilities-kids-insight-series-2","title":"Literature Discussion Groups in the Intermediate Grades: Dilemmas and Possibilities (Kids Insight Series)","description":"\"...Having a discussion beats paper! 'Cause papers don't talk back!\" (Ryan, fifth-grade student)\nThe process of implementing literature discussion groups in grades 3-5 can be difficult. Many students may be reluctant to participate in this activity because they are accustomed to round-robin reading and whole-class discussions followed by individual workbook exercises, but these children may require extensive instructional support in order to learn to participate in more independent discussions. Students' initial reluctance to contribute can sometimes be frustrating to a teacher who truly believes in the ability of literature discussions to create \"grand conversations.\"\nIn Literature Discussion Groups in the Intermediate Grades: Dilemmas and Possibilities, author Karen S. Evans describes how her strong belief in the value of literature discussions helped her to deal with the dilemmas of introducing a new way of \"doing reading\" to students in several different classrooms. Teachers are invited to join in each step of the author's literature discussion group journey-from choosing appropriate titles to integrating skills instruction and finding workable assessment methods. Along the way, the pitfalls and possibilities inherent in each step are discussed clearly and honestly, using the voices of Evans's students to show their progression from hesitant participants to strong, independent, and responsible speakers and learners.\nUse these insights to support you on your journey as you navigate through the work of integrating literature discussion groups in your own classroom. The rewards will be well worth the effort.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0872072932\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: RDV.0872072932.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Evans, Karen S.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This book is in good condition with very minimal damage. Pages may have minimal notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Reliant Bookstore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003041394865,"sku":"RDV.0872072932.G","price":9.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.reliantbookstore.com\/products\/literature-discussion-groups-in-the-intermediate-grades-dilemmas-and-possibilities-kids-insight-series-2","provider":"Reliant Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}