Texas Speech Communication Association

Lesson Plan

Accountable Book Clubs: Focused Discussions

	Lesson Plan Type	Unit
	Estimated Time	Eight 45-minute sessions
	Grade	12th Grade
	Author	Salay

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OVERVIEW

Classroom book clubs traditionally involve student-led discussions about books, but often teachers feel that these clubs need more direction and accountability. In this lesson, students in grades 7 and 8 form literature circle groups and read either Esperanza Rising or Becoming Naomi Leon by Pam Muñoz Ryan. Students read sections of their book and use a Critical Thinking Map to then guide group discussions about prominent social issues. Students complete collaborative homework using a class wiki. Groups join for a culminating discussion evaluated by their classmates.