Using the overhead transparency, write the name of a main character from the story in each circle. As a class, brainstorm a list of words that could be used to describe the characters in this story. Write down as many words in the character web as students can generate. Explain to students that these animals are called the characters of this story. The characters are an important part of a story.
Characters can be people or animals.
Ask students to think back on different stories they have read before. Encourage students to share examples. Next, brainstorm a list of other character traits that can be used to describe a character. Write these on the chalkboard. Using the list of words on the chalkboard, students select one or more words from the list and create a character.