Character Traits Lesson Plan Template - Physical Traits (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

Character Traits Lesson Plan Template - Physical Traits Page 2

4. Teacher will demonstrate through a think-aloud using the character Wemberly and chart

paper. Teacher will write down words that describe Wemberly’s physical traits on the

chart paper.

5. Teacher will check for understanding by asking the class how he/she found the

physical traits of Wemberly by using the story. (Students should respond that you

looked at the pictures and read parts of the story). Encourage students by paying

attention to the illustrations and details of any story can aid them in understanding the

character traits of a specific character in a story.

6. The teacher will then read-aloud Chrysantheum and conduct a guided practice. Teacher

will stop at certain points throughout the text ask students what physical traits can be

used to describe Chrysantheum. Teacher can check for understanding by asking

students why they chose a specific word as a physical trait. Teacher can also

recommend a behavioral trait to write down as a physical trait; another way to check for

understanding.

7. Students will be instructed to independently write down three words that describe the

way the character on the exit slip.

8. *As students are working, teacher will walk around the room and monitor student

progress; stopping at certain students to ask them guiding questions and keep them on

task*

9. If time permits allow students to share the completed exit slips with the rest of the class.

Evaluation/Assessment

 Participation in class discussion and practice

 Completion of the exit slip

Vocabulary

 Physical trait

Name___________________________________________

Character Traits Lesson Plan Template - Physical Traits Page 2