1. Read the entire book. Note elements that seem important and list questions as they occur to you. Pay close attention to your initial responses to characters, plot, situations, dialog, and language. Note points of confusion or...
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1. Read the entire book. Note elements that seem important and list questions as they occur to you. Pay close attention to your initial responses to characters, plot, situations, dialog, and language. Note points of confusion or anything that is unclear or ambiguous. Select a particularly meaningful passage to share with the group. | 2. Mark passages with highlighters, post-it notes, or some type of bookmark. A reference list with page numbers will insure that you aren't frantically thumbing through pages to find a scene or event. | 3. The discussion should be limited to only the book in question. Supplemental material (book reviews, author information, or other material) should be saved for after the discussion. | 4. One of your greatest contributions to the discussion is listening. Then respond thoughtfully and briefly. Ask questions if you don't understand something, or to stimulate discussion of a point you want to cover in more detail. Your opinions should be supportable with evidence from the selection. | 5. Differing viewpoints are encouraged, but disagreement should be polite. Be open to the ideas of others and appreciate them. Help the leader to recognize the participant who may be having trouble getting a word in edgewise. | 6. Most importantly, have fun!
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From the list : Mickey's Girls by katherine_w_hirsh
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