Category Archives: Literature Circles aka #litcircles

Small Things Like These: An Untold Story

Posted on May 4, 2023 by cromannn

Small Things Like These- Will, Connor, Juana  Claire Keegan’s novel Small Things Like These honors the unsung history of Ireland’s “fallen women.” Beyond being a riveting, heartwarming story, it is a glimpse into the darkness that litters humanity. The Magdalene … Continue reading →

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Oh William! E Period’s SEL Approach to Analyzing Literature

Posted on May 2, 2023 by natziri

“She loved me, my daughter! Even knowing this, I was surprised. In truth, I was amazed.”  Discussing Oh William!, Elizabeth Strout writes Lucy Barton as an individual scarred by her parental relationships as a child. As a result, she struggles … Continue reading →

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Survival Guide for Glory

Posted on January 14, 2023 by lunitakwon

Luna Kwon and Logan Lee               NoViolet Bulawayo sets Jidada, a reflection of Zimbabwe, as the setting of her story. In her narrative there is no space for human beings – there are only animals (mals and femals to be specific). This might remind you of … Continue reading →

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Small Podcasts like These

Posted on January 5, 2023 by bifftran

Our #Smallthingslikethese #litcircle did a deep podcast discussion on the themes and inspirations of the #ClairKeegan novel. Listen to us break down the main ideas of this Christmas Carol retelling and share our meaningful insights on the message of empathy in … Continue reading →

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PBL Podcast *The Fortune Men Edition* (Feat. Caroline, Chris, Fiona, & Henry)

Posted on May 23, 2022 by hshiftan

The Fortune Men by Nadifa Mohamed is set in Cardiff, Wales during the 1950s. Mohamed waited for this book to be her third novel for it to be the best quality possible. Nadifa has done justice to the protagonist Mahmood’s … Continue reading →

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Broken Promises, Even After Death

Posted on May 23, 2022 by maxhendo44

In our English IV Honors class, we have chosen Damon Galgut’s The Promise, and have been engaging in literature circles. We discuss the novel, help each other understand confusing parts, complete projects, and enjoy reading literature. Themes of death, family … Continue reading →

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How Alienation Leads to Broken Promises – A Podcast on The Promise

Posted on May 19, 2022 by 22kmh

Listen to Karrah and Manoush’s new podcast on the 2021 Booker Prize-winning novel The Promise by Damon Galgut. The two take a deep dive into the novel’s themes of separation and alienation, focusing on how it directly leads to breaking … Continue reading →

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Circle Up!

Posted on May 17, 2022 by 22tmh

Check out Izzy & Tessa’s new podcast on Maggie Shipstead’s novel, Great Circle. With an emphasis on style and pattern, they investigate the unique structure and themes of the novel, from femininity to family. Join them to listen to their … Continue reading →

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Feminism in Great Circle

Posted on May 6, 2022 by kyurkovskaya

Our #LitCircle recently started reading Maggie Shipstead’s 2021 novel GreatCircle, which was nominated for the Booker Prize. The novel tells the story of Marian Graves, a fictional female pilot, who attempts to fly around the world. At the same time, … Continue reading →

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An Unorthodox & Emotional Start

Posted on May 3, 2022 by cemsuffield

The passionate, non-traditional opening of Anuk Arudpragasam’s A Passage North can be characterized by the lack of rising action, as readers are thrown directly into Krishan’s emotional adventure. The opening pages also introduce the theme of loss. Anuk Arudpragasam immediately transports … Continue reading →

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