Reading Comprehension: Analyzing Character Traits in Texts
In this one-time course, students will work on reading comprehension and learn about character traits. Students will then practice analyzing character traits from well know traditional stories.
Katherine Jones, M.Ed.
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What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Learner will be assessed on their ability to identify and explain character traits of a character in a familiar fairytale. Students will complete a Google form and get feedback.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Looking to improve your reading comprehension? Learn about character traits in stories and how they can help you better understand a text. This class will cover what a character trait is, examples of character traits, and how to analyze character traits in a text. We will start the class sharing our favorite characters from stories. Then students will complete a mini-anchor chart identifying what a character trait is. Students will use the anchor chart as a reference for the rest of the class and they can use it as a tool for their own independent reading in the future. Students will then use their anchor chart to analyze the character traits of characters from familiar stories (based on students' background knowledge and interests). This part of the class will be discussion-based and all students will be given opportunities to share their thinking. It will be helpful if students are familiar with fairy tales such as Beauty & the Beast, Cinderella, Aladdin, etc.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to define and explain what a character trait is.
Students will be able to analyze characters from familiar texts and identify their character traits.
Other Details
Supply List
A blank white piece of paper for mini anchor chart Pencil or Pen Optional: Colored Pencils
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
🌟 Hi, Outschool Students and Families! 🌟
My name is Mrs. Jones. I’m here to create a supportive learning environment where academics and confidence-building go hand in hand. My classes celebrate progress because every achievement, big or small, should be celebrated.
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*Certified Elementary Teacher
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*15+ Years of Teaching Experience
*14 Years of Experience in Michigan and Tennessee Public Schools
*Bachelor’s in Elementary Education & English
*Master’s in Reading
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*5 Years of Experience at a Public STEM Academy
*Training in Guided Math Talks
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Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 15 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-8 learners per class
