Character maps are a helpful tool for students to use as they're reading, although they can also be used after completing a book. In this activity, students will create a character map of the characters in Walk Two Moons, paying close attention to the physical attributes, and the traits of both major and minor characters. They can also provide detailed information regarding the challenges the character faces, the challenges the character imposes, and the importance of the character to the plot of the story.
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Objective: Create a character map for the characters in Walk Two Moons.
Student Instructions:
Encourage students to share and compare their character maps in small groups or as a class. Open-ended discussion reveals deeper insights and strengthens comprehension.
Have students review a classmate’s character map and provide feedback on details or perspectives they may have missed. This promotes collaboration and helps students learn from each other’s interpretations.
Ask questions like, "Why do you think this character acted this way?" or "How would the story change if this character made a different choice?" Prompting critical thinking helps students deepen their analysis and connect with the material.
Collect student responses and highlight important character traits, challenges, and plot connections. Summarizing as a group ensures that all students grasp the essential elements of character analysis.
A character map in Walk Two Moons is a visual organizer that helps students track each character’s physical attributes, character traits, relationships, and challenges throughout the story.
To create a character map for Walk Two Moons, identify the main and supporting characters, choose visuals or icons for each, and fill in details like physical traits, character interactions, and challenges faced.
Mapping characters helps students understand relationships, motivations, and character development, making it easier to follow the plot and themes in Walk Two Moons.
Choose traits by focusing on each character’s actions, dialogue, and challenges. Use specific examples from Walk Two Moons to support your choices and make the character map detailed.
Character maps can be used both during and after reading Walk Two Moons. They help with comprehension while reading and serve as a review tool once the book is finished.