Character Traits
Grade 3rd Grade · ELA · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe a character using their traits.
Warm-Up Video
Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel · 9:54
Characters - How Their Traits Shape a Story
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A character's traits, such as bravery or kindness, define who they are and influence the story.
- 2
The fisherman from "The Fisherman and the Genie" shows curiosity when he opens the bottle, calmness when the genie threatens him, and cleverness when he tricks the genie.
- 3
The fisherman's traits drive the plot by influencing his actions and the genie's reactions, leading to the story's resolution.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Think about a character from a book you have read. Describe the character by listing three of their traits and give an example of how they demonstrate each of those traits in the story.”
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