To begin, here are some general guidelines for setting up literature circles in your classroom.  These guidelines apply across grade levels.

When you're ready to see specific examples of structure from grade levels similar to yours, click on the classroom examples below.  You will notice both similarities and differences across grade levels.

2nd - 4th Grade Lori Scobie North City Elementary School Shoreline, Washington

5th Grade Kirstin Gerhold Brauch Columbia Elementary School Mukilteo, Washington

Middle School Janine A. King Brighton School Lynnwood, Washington

Go to Literature Circles Structure: Primary Grades