I also used talking stones in my literature circles when I taught 5th grade.
The students really enjoyed it, and it does encourage other students to speak up. In fact those who were hesitant to take part in the discussions became some of the first to offer input. I purchased the colored stones that can be put in flower arrangements. I placed enough stones for each student at the table in a basket in the middle of the table. When it was discussion time, the students each took out 3 stones. Fifth graders still loved stories, so I made up a story about where the stone came from and why they were so special. We even incorporated that into a creative writing lesson with the students making up their own story about the origin of the speaking stones. We also were eventually able to wean students off the stones, but they frequently would ask to use them again. -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Ginger Anderson Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 10:07 PM To: Mosaic: A Reading Comprehension Strategies Email Group Subject: Re: [MOSAIC] Picture book to promoting listening (lit circles) I also use "talking chips." Everyone has to use two chips at each circle. We get weaned off of them after a few meetings, but then often go back to them when we stop hearing from someone or when we hear too much from just a few. ________________________________ From: Joanne Dicke <[email protected]> To: [email protected]; Mosaic: A Reading Comprehension Strategies Email Group <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 6:01:54 AM Subject: Re: [MOSAIC] Picture book to promoting listening (lit circles) >>> My class is doing literature circles and we are having trouble sharing "air time". Everyone wants to talk and not listen to others. Does anyone have have any picture book suggestions to promote the art of listening to what others have to say? Any help would be appreciated. (I have used The Conversation Club). Need others. Joanne _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
