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Inferring Character Traits

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Learning how to draw inferences from text is a key reading comprehension skill. Here's a instructional activity that gives readers a chance to practice by offering 20 descriptive sentences and asking kids to identify the inferred character trait, and the method of characterization used.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have groups create a similar chart for a story they are reading, selecting descriptive sentences from the text, identifying the inferred character traits, and the method of characterization used
Classroom Considerations
  • The activity assumes learners have experience drawing inferences from descriptions
Pros
  • The worksheet includes information about various methods of characterization and a example of how to complete the chart
Cons
  • No scaffolding is provided