V tej dejavnosti se bodo učenci primerjajo znakov v besedilu. V tem primeru, je Jess v primerjavi z Leslie. Oba znaka sta skrbna in motivirani ljudje; Vendar, njihove interese in želje za avanturo, so precej različni.
| Jess | Leslie |
|---|---|
| Jess ima veliko strahov: on zgrabi panika ob misli, potapljanje, in leži v postelji zaskrbljujoče pa skoki v potok. | Leslie ne zdi, da se boji ničesar. |
| Jess skuša izogniti svojo družino, kolikor je to mogoče, res skrbi samo za svojo mlajšo sestro, maja Belle. | Leslie uživa preživljati čas z njenim očetom, pomaga mu popravili hišo, in poslušanje njegovih zgodb. |
| Jess nima samozavest; misli, da je neumen in skrije svoje risarske talente od ljudi, v strahu, da se bo iz zabavno. | Leslie je dobro branje in svetla; ima tudi precej domišljijo in spodbuja ustvarjalnost. |
(Ta navodila so popolnoma prilagodljiva. Ko kliknete »Kopiraj dejavnost«, posodobite navodila na zavihku Urejanje naloge.)
Student Instructions
Compare and Contrast characters in the text.
Vabite učence, naj vodijo dnevnik motivacij likov med branjem. To pomaga učencem slediti, kaj poganja vsakega lika v zgodbi skozi celotno branje.
Prosite vsakega učenca, naj izbere Jess ali Leslie in določi del zvezka za ta lik. Osredotočen prostor spodbuja organizacijo in lastništvo.
Opomnite učence, naj po vsakem poglavju zapišejo, kaj motivira njihovega izbranega lika, in opazujejo morebitne spremembe ali nove vplive. To krepi razumevanje branja in kritično mišljenje.
Organizirajte majhne skupinske ali celovite razprave, kjer učenci delijo odkritja iz svojih dnevnikov. Poredenje motivacij likov vodi do bogatejših pogovorov in globljega razumevanja.
Naj učenci razmišljajo o tem, kako so motivacije likov povezane z večjimi temami zgodbe, bodisi v pisni obliki ali s kreativnim projektom. To pomaga učencem sintetizirati svoje učenje in ustvariti smiselne povezave.
Students can compare and contrast characters in Bridge to Terabithia by identifying each character's traits, interests, and motivations. Using a graphic organizer or chart, they can list similarities and differences between characters like Jess and Leslie, focusing on their fears, relationships, and creativity.
Jess is often fearful, lacks self-confidence, and keeps his talents hidden, while Leslie is adventurous, imaginative, and openly enjoys spending time with her family. Their contrasting personalities highlight their unique approaches to challenges and friendship.
An effective activity is to have students use a compare and contrast chart or Venn diagram. Students write each character's name at the top, list traits in separate columns, and add illustrations or examples from the story to support their observations.
Comparing and contrasting characters helps 4th and 5th graders build critical thinking and reading comprehension skills. It encourages them to analyze personalities, motives, and actions, leading to a deeper understanding of the story and its themes.
Students can draw scenes, create digital illustrations, or use storyboards to highlight key differences between Jess and Leslie. Including dialogue or specific story moments helps make the contrasts more vivid and engaging.