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Creative Character Creations

Ciara McNearly

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Creative Character Creations

Enhance comprehension and artistic skills

In this lesson, students will design and describe a character from their favorite book using various art materials. This activity will help them engage with reading material, enhance comprehension, and develop artistic skills. By visualizing and creating a character, students will deepen their understanding of the story and its elements, fostering creativity and critical thinking.

Audience

Achievers (Ages 9-10)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Enhance comprehension and artistic skills

Materials

Art supplies (paper, markers, crayons, etc.), and Character Description Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin by discussing the importance of characters in stories.
  • Ask students to think about their favorite book and the characters in it.
  • Explain that they will create their own character from a book they love.

Step 2

Character Design Activity

30 mins

  • Distribute art supplies and the Character Description Worksheet.
  • Instruct students to draw their chosen character, focusing on unique features.
  • Encourage them to think about the character's personality and how it might influence their appearance.

Step 3

Character Description

15 mins

  • Have students fill out the Character Description Worksheet, detailing traits, background, and role in the story.
  • Encourage them to use descriptive language and think about how the character fits into the story.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Invite students to share their character designs and descriptions with the class.
  • Discuss how creating a character helps in understanding the story better.
  • Reflect on what they learned about their character and the book.
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Worksheet

Character Description Worksheet

This worksheet will guide students in describing their character's traits, background, and role in the story. It will help them organize their thoughts and enhance their understanding of the character.

What is the name of your character?

Think about a name that fits your character's personality.







Describe your character's appearance.

Consider hair color, clothing, and any unique features.







What are three personality traits of your character?

Is your character brave, kind, or mischievous?







What is your character's role in the story?

Are they the hero, a friend, or a villain?







Write a short background story for your character.

Where do they come from? What is their family like?







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