Book Characters
Trisha continues to try and learn how to read even thought it is very hard for her. What is her character trait?
Perseverant, Hardworking
Mary bumped into someone in the cafeteria, spilling food all over the other student. Instead of apologizing, she grumbled, "Watch where you're going, loser."
What is Trisha's character trait?
Rude, Unkind
If a character is humorous, what does that mean?
The character is funny.
Angelica feels like she deserves to have everything everyone else has.
How would you describe Angelica? What helped you? Her feelings, actions, speech, or thoughts?
Jealous/Greedy
Feelings
Paper from the "The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors" uses his brain to solve his problems. What is his character trait?
Smart
Anna is always going out of her way to help others. She donates toys every year to Toys for Tots. She works at the local soup kitchen. No matter what Anna is always giving of her time and money.
What is Anna's character trait?
Generous
If a character is curious, what does that mean?
The character may always be asking questions or trying to figure things out.
Even though Mary's party was going to be a lot of fun, Jessica had already promised she would go to the movies with Heather that day. Jessica decided keeping her promise was more important than a party.
How would you describe Jessica? What helped you? Her feelings, actions, speech, or thoughts?
Loyal
Actions - She went to the movies with Heather
Mr. Falker defends Trisha from Eric, her bully. What is his character trait?
Kind
"I got an A! I got an A!" Henry yelled upon receiving his test. He then looked over at Tessa's test. She had gotten an A-. Henry laughed. "Ha, ha! Guess not everyone can be a smart as me!"
What is Henry's character trait?
Boastful, Bragging
If a character is nurturing, what does that mean?
The character is always kind and taking care of others' needs.
The vase was on the floor, shattered into a million pieces. Henry thought he was going to cry. He just knew his mom was going to be furious. However, when his mom asked if he broke the vase, Henry said, "I did."
How would you describe Henry? What evidence do you have? Feelings, actions, speech, or thoughts?
Honest
Speech - He admitted he broke the vase.
In "Mirette on the High Wire," Bellini goes across the tight rope even though he is terrified. What is his character trait?
Courageous/Brave
Ms. Lemon was always tripping and bumping into things. It seemed she couldn't walk over flat ground without falling.
What is her character trait?
Clumsy
If a character is selfless, what does that mean?
They care more about others than they do themselves.
It was raining outside. She had tripped and fell in a puddle but Austin still smiled. "It's going to be a great day!" He thought to himself.
Cheerful/Hopeful
Thoughts - It's going to be a great day.
In a Cuban folktale, the Lizard tries to trick Martina the Beautiful Cockroach into being his wife. What is his character trait?
Sneaky
Hoda always turns in her homework and studies for tests. She never has to be reminded to do her classroom job.
What is her character trait?
Dependable, Responsible
If a character is envious, what does that mean?
They always want what other people have.
"Roll over," Maria said. He rolled over. In fact, whatever Maria asked, Rover did. He was such a good dog.
How would you describe Rover? What evidence did you use?
Obedient
Actions - He followed Maria's commands