Character Journal Entries
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Objective
I can, as practice for understanding character perspectives, write a journal entry as a movie character that incorporates their known traits and experiences.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
2 questions
Choose a character from a movie or TV show you know well. Choose a moment from their story you feel is important to that character. What details are important to include? What feelings might the character be feeling? What does the character want?
Building on the character you chose in Q1, write a journal entry from their point of view, describing how they are dealing with this challenge. Make sure to show their understanding of the world. Be sure to include details that show how the character is feeling and what they are thinking about.
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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.”
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