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Peer reviewedDaniels, Harvey – Voices from the Middle, 2002
Identifies a number of growth paths from 15 years of experimenting with Literature Circles. Presents an annotated bibliography of seven collections of very short fiction the author has been using to create collaboration minilessons. Notes that microfictions work on every level, are packed with craft, and often feature a surprising synthesis or…
Descriptors: Anthologies, Fiction, Middle Schools, Program Effectiveness
Peer reviewedDaniels, Harvey – Voices from the Middle, 2002
Considers the use of literature circles beyond the scope of fiction reading. Discusses literature circles' use with biographies, information books, essay collections, science adventures, travelogues, biographies, muckraking exposes, memoirs and even content area reading. Notes that teachers have an immediate incentive to try nonfiction literature…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Content Area Reading, High Stakes Tests
