Richard III Character Map

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Character Map for The Tragedy of Richard III


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Activity Overview

As students read, a storyboard can serve as a helpful character reference log. This log (also called a character map) allows students to recall relevant information about important characters. When reading a novel, small attributes and details frequently become important as the plot progresses. With character mapping, students will record this information, helping them follow along and catch the subtleties which make reading more enjoyable!


Use a character map to help track the different characters that are discussed in The Tragedy of Richard III


Richard, Duke of Gloucester



Other characters included in this map are: Buckingham, King Edward IV, Queen Margaret, Lady Anne, and Richmond.


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Template and Class Instructions

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Student Instructions

Create a character map for the major characters.


  1. Identify the major characters in Richard III and type their names into the different title boxes.
  2. Choose a character from the "Medieval" tab to represent each of the literary characters.
    • Select colors and a pose appropriate to story and character traits.
  3. Choose a scene or background that makes sense for the character.
  4. Fill in Textables for Physical Traits, Character Traits, and a Quote.

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