Characterization in Howliday Inn by James Howe

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Theme:

Character Traits

Grades:

3 - 5

Subject:

Reading and Language Arts

Duration:

2-3 classes period

Standards
& Goals:

Florida – Grade 4
LA 4.2.1.2: The student will identify and explain the elements of plot structure, including exposition, setting, character development, problem/resolution and theme in a variety of fiction.

LA 4.1.6.2: The student will listen to, read and discuss familiar and conceptually challenging text.

LA 4.4.2.4: The student will write a variety of communications (e.g., friendly letters, thank-you notes, formal letters, messages and invitations) that have a clearly stated purpose and that include the date, proper salutation, body, closing and signature.

Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.

Objectives:

Students will:

  • Read and discuss the book Howliday Inn by James Howe.
  • Use character maps to identify and analyze character traits of three main characters.
  • Write a friendly letter.
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