Responding to Literature.
In response to literature, the students share their thoughts about a work of literature. They may focus on the characters, plot, or the theme of the story. They can also include details from the book to support their opinion. Write the words reflect, respond, and reaction on the board. Discuss each term and create a poster to display the words in the room. Explain to the class that when they respond to literature they reflect on what they have read, they react to it in that they either like it or dislike it, and they respond by voicing or writing their opinion.
1. Select a book or story to read to the class or you may elect to have them read it themselves. If you have a book that you feel is more appropriate for your group feel free to use it.
2. Read the story to the class. Remind the students to pay attention to the setting, plot, characters, theme, or problem in the story. The following sample questions can guide the discussion:
a. What was your favorite part of the story?
b. Has anything like this ever happened to you?
c. Does this story remind you of any other story you know?
d. What questions do you have about this story?
e. Did anything in this story surprise or puzzle you?
f. If you could be one of the characters in this story, which one would you be?
g. Is there anything in this story you would change if you were the author?
Record some of the students answers on the board. Review the points and leave them on the board as the students respond to the literature.
3. Share the sample letter with the class at this time. Point out the parts of the letter as well as information included in the response.
4. Students will write a "response" letter to the teacher. Review the parts of a letter. If you have a poster this will be a great tool for students who need help remembering the correct formation of a letter. Give each student a copy of the rubic and discuss how their letter should include all the part of the rubic.
This is just some ways on how to respond to literature and improve comprehension.
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