Comparing characters

This graphic organizer allows students to compare and contrast two characters in the text. It is an ideal reading response for upper elementary grades, but can also be modified for younger (write less) and older (use more evidence from text) students.

This blog post contains a FREE compare and contrast reading activity! Materials are included so you can replicate the compare and contrast anchor chart and lesson for your own upper elementary and middle school students.

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Embark on a journey of comparison and contrast with the Compare and Contrast worksheet, thoughtfully designed to enhance students’ analytical skills. This activity delves into the nuances of identifying similarities and differences between two paragraphs featuring the monster characters Bob and Frank. As students read and engage with both descriptions, they will explore commonalities, contrasting...

This e-book contains 5 character analysis graphic organizers. Try having your students use one of these graphic organizers to create a character or map out a lesser known character.

Use this resource for your students to practice reading and comparing the story elements of two fiction texts.

Point of view...Is it a 6 or a 9? Both?

You get not one but THREE character traits graphic organizers in today's freebie! Using these organizers, students can "grade" characters on different traits (a fun twist!), present evidence of traits for each character, or compare/contrast a character's traits from the beginning to the end of a story. No matter which work of fiction your class reads, you'll find an organizer to fit right here!