You can click on this map and create a copy on your teacher account. Feel free to use it as is, or to edit it for the level of your class. Printing it as worksheets for your students to use while reading, is a fast and easy way to incorporate this character map into your classroom. Or, if you prefer, create a blank template for your students to complete!
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a character map for the major characters.
Guide students to use their character maps side-by-side, focusing on key traits and actions. Encourage them to look for similarities and differences in personalities, motivations, and challenges. This deepens understanding and sparks thoughtful discussion!
Show students how to place two character maps next to each other and point out contrasting traits or shared experiences. Think aloud as you identify patterns—this makes the comparison process clear and concrete.
Ask students to use highlighters or colored pencils on their maps. One color for similarities, another for differences. This visual strategy helps students quickly spot connections and distinctions between characters.
Have students share their findings in pairs or small groups. Prompt them to explain their reasoning for each similarity or difference. This builds communication skills and deeper comprehension.
Lead a brief class discussion to share key insights. Connect these comparisons to story themes or plot developments. Students will see how character analysis enriches overall story understanding!
A character map for 'The Third Wish' is a visual organizer that helps students track important details about each character, such as their traits, relationships, and challenges, making it easier to understand the story as they read.
You can use a character map worksheet by printing copies for your students to fill out as they read the story. This encourages active reading and helps students organize key information about each character.
Character mapping helps middle school students follow story details, recognize subtle character developments, and deepen their understanding of plot and relationships, making reading more engaging and meaningful.
Yes, you can customize the character map by editing the template to fit your class’s grade level or reading ability, adding or removing prompts as needed.
A complete character map for 'The Third Wish' should include the character’s name, key traits, their relationship to the main character, and the challenges they face in the story.