Today’s Goals:• I will recall the three types of characters.• I will compare and contrast motives and traits.• I will identify examples of direct and indirect

characterization.

Character

motives traits

Characterization

direct indirect

Key Vocab:

What are characters?All stories have characters who are affected by the plot or setting of a story. They can be...

People,

animals,

or even objects that have human qualities…

TRAITS AND MOTIVESA motive is a reason that causes a character to act in a particular manner.

A trait is a permanent quality in a character's personality.

CharacterizationCharacterization is the method used by the author to make a character come alive in a story or to reveal the character's personality.

1. Direct2. Indirect

Two ways to show characterization:

DIRECT CHARACTERIZATION

• Direct characterization is the method in which the author directly states what a character is like.

WHO SAID THIS? ---->

INDIRECT CHARACTERIZATION

The method in which the author shows or dramatizes a character's personality indirectly by:– Showing the character acting and speaking– Revealing the character's inner thoughts– Revealing what other characters think about the

character or relate to him or her

The author allows you, the reader, to draw your own conclusions about the character.

Independent readingYou will earn 15 points today for:- Having your own AR book- Reading independently without

distracting or disturbing others- Writing a response about your main

character afterwards

Sit an arm’s length away from anyone else today. You will be split up if you aren’t.

BRAINSTORM & JOURNALDescribe the traits of the protagonist in your AR book. Then describe what motivates this character to act a certain way. Use specific textual details to support your answer, and cite any page numbers you use like this (Lowry 22).

HOLD ON! DO YOU HAVE… A clear topic sentence that

restates the prompt? Organized details that aren’t off

topic? Sentences that SHOW VIVID

DETAIL?!!!! Put a picture in my head!!!

A powerful conclusion? No repetition! Start with a transitional word!

Outstanding spelling, capitalization, and punctuation?

Let’s share our writing.

The group member with the shortest hair will go first.

Be preparedto repeat whatsomeone elseread to you.

Read the following examples of characterization. Decide which one is an example of direct characterization and which one is an example of indirect characterization. Move each box to see if you are right.

Direct: The author comes right out and tells you that Jamie is a very cheerful, happy person.

Indirect: We can tell that Jamie is a happy, cheerful person because the author tells you that Ashley begins to smile even before Jamie gets near her. She also says that everyone smiles or laughs when Jamie joins them and tells Thomas that if she were unhappy, she would try to find Jamie.

In a group of two, grab a white board and marker and come up with an example of direct characterization and indirect characterization using a character from a movie or television show. Here’s an example:

At the sight of the sea monster coming for him, Scooby screamed and jumped into Shaggy's arms and they fled as fast as they could out of the marina.

Velma is very intelligent. She uses calm observations and clues to solve mysteries.

KEEP THESE SCHOOL APPROPRIATE!

EXAMPLES

WHAT DO WE DO NOW?1. Read the instructions at the bottom of your

“characterization” note taker. This is due in 15 minutes.

2. When finished with everything, return quietly to your seat and continue quizzing a partner. THERE WILL BE A QUIZ NEXT WEEK, SO STUDY, BUDDY!

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REVIEWDefine each of the following, or give an example from The Giver:• Trait• Motive• Direct characterization• Indirect characterization

Period 1 – Kindness Day #91. There are 5 post it notes on your desk,

one for each of my classes.

2. Write a friendly note to the next student who will sit at your desk.

3. Leave the notes in the corner of your desk– they are meant for the next class.

Today’s Goals:• I will define and identify dynamic and static

character types in films and real life.• I will compare and contrast dynamic and static

people I know.

CharacterizationDynamicStatic

Key Vocab:Warm up:1. Take out The Giver and

open to page 80.2. Complete the “bellwork”

section at the top of your note taker.

In the beginning of the story, he works purely for MONEY. By the end of the story, however, he unselfishly returns to help the Rebels destroy the Death Star. He changes throughout the story.

DYNAMICLuke is "static" or unchanging. He starts out as a pure-hearted hero and never changes.

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Dynamic CharactersDynamic characters are considered "dynamic" because:• They undergo some type of important change in

personality or attitude during the course of the story.

• This change takes place within the character.

STATIC CHARACTERS• Static characters are considered "static"

because they do not change or develop beyond the way in which he or she was first presented in the story.

Characters can also be a/an...

Protagonist - a hero or heroine who is the central character and who engages the reader's interest.

Antagonist - the character that stands directly opposed to the protagonist and gives rise to the conflict of the story.

NAME THE PROTAGONIST (HERO) AND ANTAGONIST (VILLAIN) OF THESE FILMS.

NOW NAME A DYNAMIC AND STATIC CHARACTER FROM AT LEAST TWO OF THESE FILMS.

Exit Ticket1. To the best of your

knowledge, describe a dynamic character in The Giver. How do you know?

2. Describe a static character in the novel. How do you know?

INDEPENDENT READINGYou will earn 15 points today for:- Having your own AR book- Reading independently without

disturbing others- Responding to the review afterwards

AR points Due in Less than one month

Review – Answer in your journal1. Compare a new experience that you

enjoyed to Jonas’s first experience of snow.

2. Based on The Giver’s comments, measure the age of the community.

3. Distinguish between honor and power as they refer to The Giver’s position in the community.

Today’s Goals:• I will define and identify round and flat

character types in films and real life.• I will analyze a character in The Giver by

breaking down the way the author indirectly characterizes him.

CharacterizationRound CharacterFlat Character

Key Vocab: Warm up:Complete the “bellwork” section at the top of your note taker.

Character typesFLAT

ROUND

What are their traits?

In Finding Nemo, Marlin is a round character - he starts out very brave, but he changes his perspective after an unfortunate incident; later, he changes his perspective again.

In Finding Nemo, Bruce the shark could be a flat character - he is not around very long, and we don't really understand why he does what he does. His motivations are very simple - when he gets hungry, he tries to eat. He only changes a little.

FLAT CHARACTERSFlat characters are considered "flat" because• Their personalities never fully

develop• The purpose of flat characters is to

highlight the development of round characters.

CHARACTERISTICS OF FLAT CHARACTERS• Characterized by an easily identifiable

single dominant trait such as "honest" or "side kick.”

• Completely predictable and remain same throughout story.

• Reader seldom knows about their feelings or motives.

• Tend to be static since their personalities do not develop.

• Things may happen to a static character, but nothing happens within the character.

Round CharactersThese characters are considered "round" because:• His or her traits are fully described, are

true-to-life and have a convincing personality.

• His or her motives areunderstood by the reader.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS OF ROUND CHARACTERS

• Described like real, living men, or women• Display many different aspects to his or

her character and can't be described in a few phrases or sentences

• Main characters usually round characters• Also known as dynamic characters• Often have hidden qualities that surprise

the reader• Usually go through a noticeable change

from the beginning of the story to the end

Your TaskWe will contrast:

• A dynamic and static character• A round and flat character

With your Minden Park partner, complete the front of the worksheet. Be prepared to share.

Exit ticket(on the back of your lined paper from earlier)

Define:• Direct Characterization• Indirect Characterization• Dynamic Character• Static Character• Round Character• Flat Character

A world without color

In the film Pleasantville, the protagonist enters an old black & white television show. As he begins to expose people in the show to literature, art, and other ideas, their world begins to change to color. In this clip, Bud is on trial along with another man for painting a colored picture on a wall.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMAqmYE53wE&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fCMTQXzoXo

Journal:Choose one to write about:1. In Pleasantville, certain people are turning

color. Explain the deeper meaning behind this– why do they change color, and how does this represent (or symbolize about) their beliefs or ideas?

2. In The Giver, Jonas is able to see color, whereas everyone else cannot. How does his ability to see color represent (or symbolize) his beliefs or ideas?

CHARACTERIZATION:Bruce Wayne, Batman, Dark Knight

Method Example

Physical Description

An intelligent billionaire trained in martial arts with brown hair, average build and quiet demeanor. He always wears suits during the day.

Character’s Thoughts

Overcame the fear of bats and is constantly haunted by the tragic death of his parents. His ability to outthink criminals makes him successful in catching and bringing them to justice. He does not believe he is the law, simply a vigilante helping to rid Gotham of crime.

What other characters think of him

The naive and ignorant believe Bruce is a simply a spoiled billionaire who lives a life of ease. However, those who know Bruce as Batman and his motives respect and help him in the ways that they can.

Direct comments about the character

Bruce Wayne is loaded. Batman is courageous, daring, strong-willed and tough. Bruce Wayne is mysterious, quiet, intelligent and driven.

Let's analyze a character together as a class. To make it easier, each group will take one section,

using the whiteboards.Method Example: Jonas

Physical Description

Character’s Thoughts

What other characters think of him

Direct comments about the character

Objectives:• I will analyze how dialogue or events in a story

create action and reveal character traits.• I will cite the textual evidence to support my

ideas.

• Dialogue• Character traits

Vocab:

YOUR TASKOutline the shape of a head onto poster paper and then use the following guidelines to creatively fill in Jonas’ “mind.”• Two symbols that represent the character (these should be

something you create—similar to how a symbol is used on a flag or crest, rather than a sled to represent Jonas).

• One quote (and a page number) from Jonas that reveals something about his inner thoughts or motives.

• One quote (and a page number) from the text that reveals something about Jonas’ character traits.

• Three interesting adjectives that describe Jonas.• Two original sentences about: (1) How the character is in conflict with

his surroundings (including the people he talks to). (2) How the character changes as a result of interacting with his surroundings.

Two symbols that represent the character (these should be something you create—similar to how a symbol is used on a flag or crest, rather than a sled to represent Jonas).One quote (and a page number) from Jonas that reveals something about his inner thoughts or motives.One quote (and a page number) from the text that reveals something about Jonas’ character traits.Three interesting adjectives that describe Jonas.Two original sentences about: (1) How the character is in conflict with his surroundings (including the people he talks to). (2) How the character changes as a result of interacting with his surroundings.

Brainstorm & JournalThe Giver tells Jonas that he is weighted down with the memories. The burden is lessened when he transmits memories to Jonas. Recall a time when you were weighted down with something – a secret, something you felt guilty, sad, or worried about. How were you able to remove the burden?

When you are finished, please begin working on your mind mirror.

WednesdayDue Mon. 11/26:• Read Chapter 17• Respond to your reading

by posting a comment on my website.

• It must be 5 sentences, or it won’t count for credit.

Due Dec. 6:• Visual Reading Log.

Each chapter is worth 5 points, so be sure your main idea is correct.

Today (get started right away):• Finish mind mirror.• Finish visual

reading log.• Begin creating

vocab cards for characterization quiz after break.

Example:In the short story "After Twenty Years," Bob is characterized as a loyal,

determined man since he worked hard in the west to become wealthy and travelled so far to meet Jimmy in the pouring rain, at night. Also, the author portrays Bob as a polite, egocentric character. Evidence of this can be seen in dialogue with the policeman (Jimmy), where he referred to him as "officer" and "sir". Bob is egocentric (self- centered) as he talks to the plainclothes man, who he believes to be Jimmy, about the last twenty years of his life.

On your mind mirror, draw (create) a conclusion about Jonas and share it in writing on the back. That means, come up with an opinion or idea about who Jonas is on your own (without the author directly telling you).

In the novel The Giver, Jonas is characterized as ______________ because _____________________. The author portrays Jonas as a _______________ character. Evidence of this can be seen in dialogue ______________________________. This shows...

Journal1. Describe a favorite memory that you

associate with another person.2. If you could only see the world in one color,

what color would it be? Explain why.

Choose one of these prompts to respond to:

Take out your homework– the

graphic organizer for chapters 14 &

15.

Warm up• Edit the two paragraphs at your desk. There are 18 total corrections.•Write down the homework in your planner, which will be checked later.• Complete Ch. 17 on your visual reading log.

Ch. 18• Page 139– turn and make a prediction about the chapter with your group based on the first few sentences.

Ch. 191. Read Chapters 18 & 19.2. Complete Ch. 17, 18, & 19 of

your visual reading log.3. Create vocabulary cards.4. Take turns quizzing your partner

on the vocab. We will have a quiz next class, so the more you repeat the words, the better prepared you’ll be.

Open up The giver to p.1631. Predict how The Giver will be

resolved and explain how you know.

2. Exit Ticket – Write your reaction to the end of the novel. Post it to the yellow side of the doors on your way out.

3. INITIAL IT with your period #! Such as C.S. 2

On your post it…

Your taskTake turns reading Chapters 22 & 23 with your group.

Student #1: Ask test questions about the reading.Student #2: Summarize each page aloud.Student #3: Clarify unknown words as you read.Student #4: Make predictions about the reading.

*** Be ready to share what you discussed as a group.

Vocab. cards

You must make cards for:• direct characterization• indirect characterization• dynamic character• static character• round character• flat character

When your group is finished, begin creating vocabulary cards to study for your characterization quiz. Study your cards with someone in your group when finished.

There will be a quiz!1.Exit Ticket – Write your reaction to

the end of the novel. Post it to the yellow side of the doors on your way out.

2.INITIAL IT with your period #! Such as C.S. 2

3. Finish characterization cards and study them.

4. Finish visual reading log.

HOMEWORK• AR Points due next Friday!• Visual Reading Log Due tomorrow!• Extra Credit: Post about what happened to the twins on website.