Mapping Characters in The Witch of Blackbird Pond

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The Witch of Blackbird Pond Map of Characters


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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!


The Witch of Blackbird Pond Characters



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Student Instructions

Create a character map for the major characters.


  1. Identify the major characters in The Witch of Blackbird Pond and type their names into the different title boxes.
  2. Choose a character 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 the text boxes for Character Traits, How Does This Character Interact with the Main Character, and What is the Narrator's Attitude Towards This Character.

Character Map 16x9 3 Field Rows

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