Introduce direct and indirect characterization to your students with this engaging mini-lesson. This lesson offers Google slide notes reviewing characterization with video clips to help students practice the S.T.E.A.L. method of characterization. This activity would go great with a short story or no...
Are you struggling to find a creative and fun way to introduce characterization to your elementary, middle, or high school students? Check out this interactive slideshow to help! Students will learn and practice direct and indirect characterization along with the STEAL technique. Opens in Google Sli...
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OVERVIEW:This product includes a page of notes on characterization, a tracking chart, and follow-up analysis questions. The tracking chart can be utilized AFTER students have read the entire book OR throughout reading the book as they go. Students will be asked to identify traits that describe Salva...
Are you looking for an engaging STEAL characterization lesson with notes and practice worksheets? This resource teaches students how to use STEAL to analyze characters effectively and introduces students to direct and indirect characterization. This start to finish lesson teaches the difference between direct and indirect characterization, how to use the STEAL characterization and apply the lesson to real life! With this resource, your students will be able to effectively analyze how an author indirectly reveals character traits through what the character says, thinks, effects other characters, acts, and looks. This lesson and note characterization resource is comprehensive and thorough! ✨ This Product Includes:✨ An engaging slide lesson presentation 3 coordinating student note pages with differentiated versions (blank, fill in the blank, and completed) A real-life application section Differentiated exit tickets 4 Mini practice reading passages (PDF and Google form option) 2 differentiated STEAL graphic organizers to use with any book, movie, or novel Detailed answer key with possible student responses ✨This lesson will:✨ introduce students to characterization teach and show students the difference between indirect and direct characterization with text examples introduce the STEAL method as an effective way to analyze characters teach and show each element of the STEAL method and provide text examples for each element of STEAL teach and show students how a character trait is indirectly revealed through text examples apply the STEAL method to real life by having students analyze their own character traits and how they could be indirectly revealed to someone in their life close with an exit ticket and engaging practice passages to demonstrate learning of the STEAL characterization method You might enjoy: ⭐How Does Suspense Advance the Plot of a Story? ⭐How Does Setting Influence Plot and Characters? ⭐Sensory Language and Sensory Details
Easy to use interactive notebook page to help students understand characterization! My students loved it and feedback was positive! There sill only be 3 "flaps" that open: Shows traits by what the character says (words), Shows traits by what the character does (actions), and Shows traits by what the character thinks (thoughts). The remainder will be glued down. Tip: Only have students use glue sticks! A nice list of character traits should be printed and accompany this product.
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Get interactive using these notes and graphic organizers made for Google Slides. This product includes: Notes on Characterization Notes for Indirect Characterization Notes for Direct Characterization Notes for Character Motivation Graphic Organizer for Indirect Characterization Graphic Organizer for Direct Characterization Graphic Organizer for Character Motivation These materials can be used with ANY text and is is delivered via Google Drive, allowing you to easily assign to students through Google Classroom. In other words, it is perfect for distance learning! Bonus: In the teacher notes, I have included an example of how I use this in my classroom and how you can differentiate for your students!
Do you need to make sure your students understand the literary element of characterization, but don't have time to put together a presentation and student note sheet? Look no further, this resource contains: ➡️Google Slides presentation Student copy of scaffolded notes - digital and print versions ➡️PDF Sketch Notes option ➡️5 "daily warmup" slides that can be used at the beginning of class (or at a time that works best for you!) to review the concepts covered in the notes. These notes cover the following information: ➡️Characterization Definitions ➡️Direct/Indirect Characterization ➡️Character Motivation ➡️Character Types ➡️Character Conflicts The slideshow and scaffolded notes are editable, so if you want to add more information or specific information related to what you're doing in class, you have that capability. When you purchase this item, you'll receive 2 PDF documents - one with links that will allow you to copy the teacher presentation, scaffolded notes (2), and warmups to your Google Drive and another that is the sketch notes. Grab these today and help students understand how authors bring characters to life!
This resource includes task cards that require students to determine the type of direct or indirect characterization used in a text and what it reveals about a character. It is perfect for small groups, stations, or remediation. Included in the resource: 10 task cards Student record sheet Answer Key It is also included in my complete Characterization Lesson. Be sure to follow my store to be alerted to new products! >> CLICK HERE! Don't forget to leave feedback to earn TpT credits that can be used for future purchases!
PDF File for Identifying Direct and Indirect Characterization. It is a versatile activity: Use in Small Groups (Literature Circles) or for an Independent Activity for Novels or Short Stories. This can be done as whole group too! This item reviews Direct and Indirect Characterization, providing examples of each. It also includes student/group guidelines for the activity and contains a characterization chart for use in whole group or small group literature circle discussions, at literacy centers, or as individual reading assessments. The chart can be printed or created by the student to complete during reading, in class or for homework. It has really helped my students understand types of characterization, especially when used in group literature circle meetings! In my class, I begin with the review of characterization and, for a different approach to literature discussions, I have them create a characterization chart. They usually do this on large bulletin board paper I've cut for them. They are talking about the text in no time!! It's an awesome way to get them to discuss a text AND discuss the aspects that teachers want them to discuss! Because they are identifying literary elements within novels they are currently reading, the concept sticks! Ann Marie Smith @ Innovative Connections
A quick and dirty printable to go over with your students- talks about indirect/direct characterization round or flat dynamic or static Goes great with lesson plan on indirect characterization bundle.
This product has 12 characterization quotes, 6 direct and 6 indirect. Students must look at each quote and determine whether it is direct or indirect and why/ ...
Students will learn the distinction between direct and indirect characterization and how these techniques shed light on the personalities and motivations of the characters in the novella, Of Mice and Men. Included: 1. Direct and Indirect Characterization Notes Page 2. Direct and Indirect Characterization Notes Page TEACHER COPY WITH NOTES 3. Of Mice and Men Characterization Packet 4. Suggested Lesson Procedure More from Active and Engaged ELA
This is a 4 page printable that checks student comprehension over the "Ransom of Red Chief". There are 21 questions that start with the D.O.K. (depth of knowledge) level 1, and then proceed into 2, and 3. Students are asked to infer, draw conclusions, and provide textual evidence to their responses. Additionally the worksheets access the literary elements: Irony, Foreshadowing, Direct and Indirect Characterization, Tone, Context Clues, and Allusion. This is a GREAT way to informally access student comprehension before doing a Summative assessment! If you have any questions please ask and I will answer them. If you purchase this item please take the time to evaluate the activity! Thanks and I hope you all enjoy!
For The Outsiders! One page of characters analysis focusing on direct and indirect characterization. I use at the beginning of the novel when Ponyboy is describing all of the characters. I have my students keep it our while reading so they can take notes when they find details. ...
"A Worn Path" by Eudora Welty is a wonderful short story for teaching characterization and theme. This packet includes: Pre-reading vocabulary using context clues and multiple-choice responses. Predictions on the title and character Phoenix In-depth character study on Phoenix using direct and indirect text evidence Questions on the obstacles Phoenix faces and how she handles them Thematic questions The EASEL activity provides practice for students in identifying direct and indirect characterization and choosing text that reveals character traits. For a pdf copy of the story, click here. For a website link, click on the title above. I find teaching this as a collaborative lesson works really well as students can discuss possible answers and work together to find text. For more lessons on short stories and their literary elements, please click here.
Practice direct and indirect characterization with your students using this activity bundle. The following are included: Notes for students that outline both direct and indirect characterization, using the acronym, STEAL. One STEAL graphic organizer using the video short, "Mouse for Sale." Students will watch the short, which is linked to the worksheet, and fill in the graphic organizer while watching. They will record the protagonist's (the mouse) speech, thoughts, his effect on others, actions, and looks. Please note: this graphic organizer is blank for students. I go over this with students as a class after we watch the film and after they have had time to finish the activity. A second STEAL graphic organizer activity where students will fill in the same graphic organizer, but using their own novel. Again, this graphic organizer is blank. A model of direct and indirect characterization examples in the novel, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. These examples are outlined in a graphic organizer, which is the same one students will receive for independent practice (see #5). A blank direct and indirect characterization graphic organizer for students to fill in on a novel of their choosing or a teacher assigned text. Please note: This product is a PDF download. Linked to the PDF are all of the links to the above sources. The links will force you to make a copy of a Google document. These documents can then be saved to your Google Drive and pushed out to students. They can also be printed.
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When it comes to teaching characterization, there are a few go-to lessons we all know. Of course, we know direct and indirect characterization. We might even know STEAL, speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks. This blog post isn’t going to review those strategies. Instead, this blog post is going to give four creative
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In this Character Traits Stations Activity, students will "meet" 8 neighbors and determine their personality traits through direct and indirect characterization. Perfect for middle school, students will analyze STEAL: characters' speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks to infer the character traits of each new neighbor. Whether a digital or mobile stations activity, these short practices will help students determine character traits! What's Included In This Resource: EDITABLE Google Slides 8 "Meet your neighbor" character passages Multiple choice character trait options Direct and Indirect "STEAL" characterization methods Modified slides with bold text for extra support "Challenge" Option to extend student learning Reflection question for activity closure Answer key *Pairs perfectly with my Character Mini-Unit and Character Casting Project!
Understanding character traits and characterization is an integral part of teaching literature and how an author creates character traits to drive a character’s actions and decisions. This 10-minute mini lesson will have your students comprehending, practicing, identifying, and mastering characterization (direct and indirect) in a text in a short amount of time. In addition, your students will also be able to identify how characterization can impact a character’s actions and decisions, as well as how a character’s actions can affect a plot. Teaching a mini-lesson is an integral part of a classroom. It gives the students an opportunity to see the teacher model skill or term, and then the students practice this on their own. This product is perfect for... Mini lesson Centers and Stations Review Materials What others like you have said about this product... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Insightfully Designed Academics said, This was my first year teaching summer school, and this resource was extremely helpful in bridging some of the learning gaps for my 11th and 12th grade students. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kim Y said, I love your 10-minute mastery lessons! I was looking for something that would allow me to work with 2-3 small groups during a period that focuses on helping students reach mastery of concepts. This was perfect! In this product, you will receive: 1. The Components of a Mini Mastery 2. Characterization Mini-Lesson-Standard/s, Implementation 3. Characterization PowerPoint Presentation-Animated 4. Characterization (Direct & Indirect) Worksheet-I Do, You Do 5. PDF & Digital Files Included ❤️Become a Follower for the Latest Products & Freebies❤️ ⭐ Click HERE to follow my store. You will receive updates and releases of my products and freebies. ❤️Terms of Use❤️ Purchasing my teaching resources allows you to: ⭐make copies for your own classes only. ⭐place this file on your own password-protected class page or server (Blackboard, Google Drive, etc) ⭐AS LONG AS no other teacher has access to that class webpage. This resource is for you, the purchaser, alone. By purchasing my teaching resource, you ARE NOT ALLOWED TO: ⭐make copies for other teachers or their classes. ⭐distribute this digital resource to other teachers. ⭐post this resource on any webpage or server that is available for public view, for other teachers. If you and a team of teachers would like to use this resource together, please purchase additional licenses on the resource purchase page. Failure to comply with these terms of use is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Clipart and elements found in this PDF are copyrighted and cannot be extracted and used outside of this file without permission or license. ✯Did you know you receive credits for leaving feedback on items you purchase on Teachers Pay Teachers?✯ That’s right! Leave feedback on this product, and you will receive credits for your next purchase. I would greatly appreciate it if you contact me first if you have an issue with the product before leaving feedback. I will be more than happy to accommodate you! Just e-mail me at [email protected]. ☆How would you like 5 English Language Arts & Classroom Resources for ABSOLUTELY FREE??? ☆ ⭐⭐Grab these ABSOLUTELY FREE PRODUCTS RIGHT HERE FREE PRODUCTS⭐⭐ ❤️FOLLOW ME!❤️ ✯INSTAGRAM ✯FACEBOOK ✯MY BLOG
This resource is a printable study of Clint Smith's "Something You Should Know" poem as in which students look for direct and indirect characterization and then write their own poem mimicking his style.
This is downloadable as a PDF and with an editable Google Doc link to make adding, removing, and altering the activity to meet your needs easy. The answer key is also included. Enjoy! Included in this product: Direct and Indirect Characterization Activity (including definitions of both terms), adapted Direct and Indirect Characterization Activity (partially filled in), and Direct and Indirect Characterization Activity Key Thank you for checking out my store. If you enjoyed this item, you may also enjoy my other products. Please feel free to browse my store and rate items that you have purchased to let me know what I am doing well and what I can improve upon. This is a fun and engaging activity that requires analyzing the text, but it is possible for students at multiple levels to complete. You may also enjoy: The Five People You Meet in Heaven: Point of View Activity/Key ~Lauren Sobczak
This is a group project that involves various skills in order to create a poster over the short story "Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut. The skills that it assesses are: 1. understanding theme 2. comparing and contrasting 3. utilizing evidence in context of your own writing 4. Characterization (direct and indirect) The sample for this assignment is on the document as well as the preview! :) Happy Teaching!
Make learning characterization simple and clear through the STEAL method for learning how an author uses indirect characterization. What is STEAL? STEAL is an acronym used to help students look for clues an author uses to reveal information about their characters through indirect characterization. STEAL: speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks. How does it work? Students gather direct citations and organize them according to STEAL: speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks. Students make inferences about those characters based on clues the author left. This close reading technique pushes students to take a closer look at characterization and make deeper inferences! Printable? Digital? Editable? The option is yours! ⬆️ Check out the PREVIEW for more information! ⬆️ Included in this resource your will find: ★Suggested materials/links needed for lesson/activity. ★ A suggested teacher guide for the activity with instructions/suggestions as to how to use with your class ★ Mini-lesson on characterization types (direct + indirect) and the STEAL method ★ STEAL characterization chart/graphic organizer ★ STEAL method "cheat sheet" with additional prompts for struggling learners
In this worksheet, students are asked to read through ten character descriptions and determine whether each is an example of direct or indirect characterization. An answer key is included. ...
This worksheet helps students practice identifying and analyzing characterization. It contains a definition and description of characterization, as well as its two types: direct and indirect. It includes examples of each and is followed by three parts for practice: multiple choice, fill in chart, and short answer. There is an answer key included on the last page. This is a great resource for: Introducing characterization Supplemental practice Reteach worksheet Sub plans Exit Ticket Homework
Very thorough 37 slide power point on story elements. It dives into each story element in great detail. Very engaging and interactive! Some of the 37 slides: Setting, Character traits, analyzing character, character motivation, direct characterization, indirect characterization, Plot, plot techniques, conflict, types of conflict This power point is great for reading and writing.
This general characterization can be used to help students gather information about both direct and indirect characterization. It requires students to synthesize descriptions of characters and their actions to create a full picture of the character. It can be used with any novel, short story, memoi...
This bundled product can be used at anytime during the course of reading Ayn Rand's Anthem. It includes a Presentation file, explaining indirect and direct characterization and also includes a worksheet for students to record textual evidence of indirect characterization of the main characters, Equality 7-2521 & Liberty 5-3000. Created by: Mad Musings of an English Teacher
Presentation discussing indirect vs direct characterization, simple vs complex characters, and more!
These worksheets provide practice for students as you teach the following elements of literature: Characterization (EASEL activity on direct and indirect characterization) Conflict Setting Plot Theme Irony Point of View Protagonist and Antagonist I have students complete them as practice, then go over the responses together. For the Google Slides for teaching these elements, click here. For more lessons and ELA skill-based activities, please click here.
In this packet you will find several activities to help your students understand, recognize, and use direct and indirect characterization. There are definitions and examples of each type of characterization in addition to several activities. Activity One: A very short activity of only two sentences, this helps students understand what to look for in trying to identify characterization. Along with this activity is a list of common character traits that students may use whenever they need to identify character traits in a piece of literature or when writing about character. Activity Two: Passages from well-known pieces of literature in which students will identify character traits and the methods the author used to show those traits. Activity Three: Using the text you are currently reading, students will use the STEAL method to identify different types of indirect characterization within the text. Activity Four: Working in groups, students will create a character using five different types of characterization. Students will name their character and complete a simple sketch to show the character’s appearance. THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED WITH ANY PIECE OF LITERATURE.
Using the book The Fabulous Friend Machine by Nick Bland to teach characterization. This story is a great lesson for the digital citizenship topics of online safety.
This is a simple activity on characterization meant to be given as a pre-reading to chapter 1 of the novel to pique interest and introduce students to DIRECT and INDIRECT characterization. Students learn by reading and marking text that supports their answers and then using one of the text excerpts ...
