Circle of Friends
Reading Clubs
Circle of Friends Reading Clubs is an innovative reading enrichment program that inspires youth and teens to build
character, leadership, ethics, attitude, respect, and responsibility (C.L.E.A.R.R.) through reading of thought-provoking stories
and books. The purposes of these reading clubs are:
Ø To assist youth and teens to
enhance reading skills
Ø For youth and teens to develop
social and humanistic proficiency from reading books
Ø To create a love for reading
in a fun environment
The program helps students develop important literacy skills, which includes but not limited to fluency in reading,
writing, communication, and evaluation thinking.
What happens in a Circle of
Friends Reading Clubs session?
Members decide what book to read by a democratic process. The members
all have an assigned number of pages to read before each session and come prepared with questions or comments about the story
or chapters to share with the group. The emphasis on discussion allows all students
to participate that will aid them to become fluent readers, and help them grow in their ability to understand and critique
information, and enjoy literature.
When are Circle of Friends
Reading Clubs sessions offered?
Butterfly Journey offers spring and summer sessions for ages 8 through 14 years old or 3rd through
8th grade students.
Reading Group Sessions:
Spring session is March, April, and May
Summer session is June, July, and August
Fall session is September, October, and November
Graduation is in November
Reading Group Ages/Grades:
* Youth-Circle of Friends Reading Clubs for ages 8, 9, 10
years old or 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades
* Teen-Circle of Friends Reading Clubs for ages 12, 13, 14
years old or 6th, 7th, and 8th Grades
Where is the Circle of Friends
Reading Clubs session held?
All Circle of Friends Reading Clubs sessions meet monthly in different locations in Gainesville-Hall County, Georgia. Parents are responsible for their child’s transportation to and from reading
club meetings.
Is there a fee for the Circle
of Friends Reading Club?
Yes, membership fee is forty dollars ($40.00) per month to cover cost of books, materials, and refreshments.
Membership fee is twenty dollars ($20.00) per month if you are involved or member in a non-profit (501c3) or religious
organization.
Membership fee includes: Books, reading materials, and refreshments.
How do I sign up for Circle
of Friends Reading Clubs?
Email at butterflyjourney@yahoo.com for more information.
