Literature circles support the principle that the literacy processes of speaking, listening, reading, viewing, writing, and thinking are intertwined and develop at the same time. The aspect of thinking has been previously described and substantiated. The processes of speaking, listening, reading, viewing and writing are reflected through the process of literature circles. The act of engaging in discussions on a regular, scheduled basis addresses speaking and listening skills. Routman (1994) notes that listening skills improve through literature circles because students are not relying on the teacher for answers and approval. Subsequently, they not only listen more closely to each other but also learn to value listening to their peers. Reading and viewing books is the cornerstone for literature circles. Literature circles encourage extensive and intensive opportunities for reading (Daniels, 1994, 2002; Campbell Hill, et. al., 1995). Writing is incorporated in literature circles through the use of role sheets and literature response logs. The role of Illustrator demonstrates other ways of representing through art. Similarly, drawings are also encouraged as part of the literature response logs (Daniels, 1994). Strube (1996) explains that the literature response log "becomes an artist's pad for demonstrating particular aspects of the story through writing, sketches, illustrations, and diagrams" (p. 59).

Group extension projects are used as a means to provide closure for the group and provide opportunities for the group members to share their learning and advertise their book to their classmates (Daniels, 1994, 2002; Campbell Hill, et al., 1995; Strube, 1996). These presentations provide additional opportunities for students to focus on their speaking and listening skills. The projects also incorporate a variety of options for students to select from that involve writing and other ways of representing. These may include dramatizations, posters, models, character interviews, dioramas, CD covers, written summaries, and group recommendations of the book.