Characterization: What It Is and How To Develop It | Google Slideshow

Characterization: What It Is and How To Develop It | Google Slideshow

This captivating digital slideshow, intended for students in grades 6 through 9, comprehensively introduces the concept of characterization covering a plethora of significant topics such as:

• Definition of characterization
• Physical traits versus personality traits
• Direct and indirect characterization techniques
• Distinguishing between round & flat characters, along with dynamic and static characters.

This resource is versatile in its application. Teachers can use it in whole group instruction, small groups or even assign it as homework allowing individual paced learning.

Besides merely defining the concept for readers and writers alike, this slideshow presents multiple opportunities to apply newfound skills practically. Tasks are framed around creating character attributes or understanding intricate details through examples provided within the slides.

Prompts for Character Analysis or Creation:

The slideshow is inter-spaced with images that capture human expressions across different age brackets which can promt character descriptions or analysis invovling literary work's characters spread across five choice slides.

A Resource Aligned with Common Core Standards:

1. The objectives are consistently aligned with Common Core Standards to ensure teaching effectiveness and clear assessments.
   
2. A detailed lesson plan accompanies this resource to facilitate better administration of lessons aiding teachers / educators regardless of teaching context.
   

   The progress made on various learning targets such as explaining what characterization means, identifying both direct/indirect characterization tactics etc., can be easily tracked using ready-to-display information across 22 PowerPoint slides.

   The Takeaway:

   If you're an educator seeking to bolster creative writing skills specifically around character development among your pupils - Look no further! This digital slideshow will be a highly valuable tool at your disposal, enhancing both the teaching and learning experience!

1 PowerPoint with 22 ready-to-display slides