Lesson Plan: Understanding Character Traits in Stories (Online) Grade Level 3rd Grade Subject:English - Reading Comprehension Duration: 45 minutes Format: Online (Zoom, Google Classroom)
Lesson Objective: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Define character traits.
2. Identify character traits in a story using evidence from the text. Materials Needed:
- Short story or book excerpt (shared via screen or Google Docs)
- Slides explaining character traits
- Worksheet (Google Forms or PDF) for identifying character traits
- Whiteboard tool for brainstorming. Lesson Breakdown:**

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
- Briefly introduce the concept of character traits (what a character is like on the inside).
- Ask students, "What are some traits that make a person kind?"

2. Main Instruction (15 minutes):
- Read aloud a short story or passage.
- Discuss the main character and their actions.
- Present a slide showing how actions and words reveal character traits.

3.Interactive Activity (15 minutes):
- In pairs or small groups (breakout rooms), students will identify character traits and find evidence in the text.
- Students will fill in the worksheet with their answers.

4. **Class Discussion & Wrap-Up (10 minutes):
- Students share the traits they found in the story.
- Wrap up by asking, "Why are character traits important to understand?"

Assessment:
- Review worksheet submissions and class participation. This lesson encourages students to think critically about characters while practicing reading comprehension. With all of these things combined I am ready and willing to make a difference and to be the best tutor I can be!