Character Trading Cards
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- Original Source:ReadWriteThink
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Description
Creating trading cards for their favorite story characters will challenge children to think more deeply about what they read or even watch in movies or on television. By answering a series of questions, children zero in on what’s obvious and not so obvious about a character. Not only will they describe the character’s appearance and actions, but also probe for thoughts, feelings, and motivations. The cards also offer a chance for children to consider their own impressions: What is likeable or not likeable about a character and what personal connections might children make? Less
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Topics and Grades
Grade: 3 to 8
Topics: English-Language Arts, Literary Analysis, Reading Comprehension
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- Teacher Materials
Tool for: Parents, Teachers