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Read closely before explaining
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A useful reading note separates an observation from an interpretation. Start with something you can point to in the text, then explain why it matters to your question.
| In the text | My working interpretation |
|---|---|
| A detail about a character’s size, words or surroundings | What that detail might suggest about familiarity or uncertainty |
Keep the two columns distinct. An interpretation is something the group can discuss and refine, not another fact copied from the book.
Try it
Add one observation and two possible explanations. Record a chapter or other location in your source note, then connect the observation to a theme worth following. Return to the shared question when your notes start to drift.
Sources 1
Lewis Carroll
Primary reading for this illustrative reading-circle workflow. Use the chapter or passage relevant to your own note; the demo’s interpretations and prompts are original.