Group discussion on literature circle groups. Comments on opening paragraphs of book reviews. Overall, you need to make sure you include a lead, then transition into a brief plot summary. Don't get caught up in too much detail and avoid saying too much about character here since the next paragraph is about character. HW: Handout on Transitions. Advice: Also work on reviews or catching up on reading SSR book so you can finish reviews. They are not due until next Friday 1/17, but you know other teachers will be assigning end of term work so plan accordingly. Make sure you look at sample posted yesterday. This is a straightforward assignment and you should do well on it if you follow directions. Make sure you are not plaigarizing. I know your writing at this point in the year, and I want you to get credit for this assignment.