1. “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” –Albert Einstein

2. Discussion Director Leads the discussion Keeps track of time Directs group members when they should present Asks “Juicy” Questions Juicy Questions require members to make inferences, predictions, draw conclusions, or make connections. Might add additional questions as need

3. Summary Reporter Paraphrases reading section in his or her own words. Shares summary with group. Leads discussion based on most important parts of the selection.

4. Connections Conductor Paraphrases a part or parts of text that he or she can connect to themselves, another story, or world events Text-to-Text Text-to-Self Text-to-World Explains connection Minimum 2 connections

5. Illustrating Visionary Authors work really hard to pick just the right words to describe characters, setting, and events. Pick a time when you think your author was particularly good at describing. Create a drawing, collage, or other creative piece of artwork to make a visual of your author’s description. Each group member might visualize the story differently. That’s ok!

6. Quality Quote Detective Find a sentence, sentences, or paragraph that you really liked. What makes this quote interesting to you? Word Choice Description Important part of story Humor Figurative Language Confusing Any other reason you think it’s great!

7. Sizzling Vocab Spotter Find a word that stands out to you. New to You Interesting Good Choice by Author New Usage Why did the author use this word instead of another? Could you use this word in your writing or daily life?

8. Reflection After each meeting On the back of task paper 1.Were you respectful to the people in your group? 1.Did you contribute thoughtfully to the discussion? 1.Did you learn anything new? OR Were confusing parts clarified? 4.What do you think will happen next in the story? OR What do you hope will happen next?

9. “Any man who reads too much and uses his brain too little falls into lazy habits of thinking.” -Albert Einstein