SlaveryBookTalks

1. Give a brief synopsis of the book -- explain what the book is about without giving away too much of the plot. 2. Describe the main character -- how would you characterize the protagonist? What is s/he like? What do you think of him/her? 3. Explain what your lit circle discussed most -- what major ideas, main themes, or important messages did your group identify in the book? What were the most important aspects of the book to discuss in your lit circle? 4. Give the book a rating -- one through five stars. 5. Finally, read us a passage from the book. Choose a scene that your group particularly liked or that your group thinks is particularly well written. Scenes should be about one to two pages. Please read with clarity and emotion!
 * Share your book with the other lit circles in your class by presenting on the following questions:**

1. Tell us about your plans for the virtual museum exhibit and show us what you've done so far on my laptop. 2. Describe your ideas for the physical museum exhibit. 3. Show us three books on slavery from our classroom cart that you've found particularly helpful in your project. Explain why they are helpful.
 * Share your museum exhibit, too:**

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