Island of the Blue Dolphins (Literature Circle Guides, Grades 4-8) [Paperback]

Virginia Dooley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2003 | Series: Literature Guides

Everything You Need for Successful Literature Circles That Get Kids Thinking, Talking, Writing--and Loving Literature
Literature circles--yes you can!
This one-of-a-kind guide to running literature circles, based on Scott O'Dell's Island of the Blue Dolphins, shows teachers how to organize small discussion groups that work! Includes stimulating questions and writing prompts that motivate students to think and respond thoughtfully. As students dive into lively discussions, they learn to identify themes, analyze vocabulary, recognize the author's craft, and respond meaningfully to the text--all of which meet state and national language arts standards.

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About the Author

Virginia Dooley writes and edits books for teachers and children. This is her third book for Scholastic Teaching Resources.

Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Teaching Resources (May 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439355370
• ISBN-13: 978-0439355377
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #468,321 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Great for classroom use, March 7, 2009

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This review is from: Island of the Blue Dolphins (Literature Circle Guides, Grades 4-8) (Paperback)

Literature Circles are undoubtedly helpful in teaching students how to discuss books in a thoughtful way. Teacher-led discussions are great, but student-led discussions are the way to go and the questions and tips in this book make it all possible.