Jigsaw Reading
Group Activities - 30 min activity for Groups of 4.
Assign each group member a different section of a text. They read their part, become the "expert," then teach it to the rest of the group.
How to play Jigsaw Reading
- Step 1. Gather your group: Groups of 4. No materials needed.
- Step 2. Explain the rules clearly. Assign each group member a different section of a text. They read their part, become the "expert," then teach it to the rest of the group.
- Step 3. Start the activity and keep time (30 min).
- Step 4. Debrief: ask students what they learned or enjoyed.
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