Mapping Characters in The Last Cherry Blossom

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Activity Overview

Character maps are a helpful tool for students to use as they're reading, although they can also be used after completing a book. In this activity, students will create a character map of the characters in The Last Cherry Blossom, paying close attention to the physical attributes and the traits of both major and minor characters. Students can also provide detailed information regarding the challenges the character faces, the challenges the character imposes, and the importance of the character to the plot of the story.


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Objective: Create a character map for the major characters in The Last Cherry Blossom.

Student Instructions:

  1. Click “Start Assignment”.
  2. Choose a Storyboard That character to represent each of the book characters. Note: be sure to select colors and a pose appropriate to story and character traits.
  3. Fill in Textables for "Physical/Character Traits", "How does this character change throughout the novel?", and "What challenges does this character face?"


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