From the Mixed Up Files Character Map

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From the Mixed-Up Files Characters


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Activity Overview

Depict the characters of From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, paying close attention to the physical and character traits of both major and minor characters. Students should provide detailed information regarding the characters’ actions and how they influence other characters. In addition, students can identify how the main characters change over time.

Characters included in the character map are:


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Student Instructions

Create a character map for the major characters.


  1. Identify the major characters in From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler and type their names into the different title boxes.
  2. Choose a character to represent each of the literary characters.
    • Select colors and a pose appropriate to story and character traits.
  3. Choose a scene or background that makes sense for the character.
  4. Fill in the text boxes for Physical/Character Traits, How Does This Character Interact with the Main Character, and What Challenges Does This Character Face.

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