The teacher may also conduct a KWLS lesson to tap into prior knowledge the students may have on the topic or theme. Literature-based study groups are formed by interest, not by reading levels. Step Three - The study groups meet to determine the number of pages each member will read independently every day. The members of the group read the agreed upon amount and write personal reactions to the story in a journal or log to discuss within the group. Members will carry out the agreed upon duties of their roles during each group meeting.
Roles switch periodically to allow the group members a chance to assume each group role.
Step Five - Group members share their personal reactions to the story or informational text. Working collaboratively, the group completes activities and projects related to a story and content area texts they read related to the thematic unit. The groups report frequently on their progress to their peers during group sharing time. The group decides how they will demonstrate their knowledge of various topics related to the story. They complete culminating projects in various content area subjects, and present the projects to the teacher and their peers.