Character Journal Entries
Grade 11 · ELA · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can, as practice for understanding character perspectives, write a journal entry as a movie character that incorporates their known traits and experiences.
Warm-Up Video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
Writing Prompt: Journal Entry from a Movie Character
Practice Questions
2 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Choose a movie character. Write a short journal entry from their perspective about a frustrating encounter they had today. Make sure the entry reflects their personality and how they typically react to frustration. Choose a different movie character. Write a short journal entry from their perspective describing something they are looking forward to. Make sure the entry reflects their unique understanding of the world. Choose another movie character. Write a short journal entry from their perspective about a recent success they experienced. Make sure the entry reflects their known traits and experiences.”
Teacher Guide
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