Reference a direct and indirect characterisation anchor chart to teach your students the difference between types of characterisation.
Teaching Direct and Indirect Characterisation Just Got Easier!
Engaging students in character analysis just got a lot easier! This set of printable anchor charts brings clarity and color to character analysis in middle and upper primary classrooms. Whether you’re introducing literary concepts or reinforcing them during a novel study, these visual tools will help ensure that teaching direct and indirect characterisation is a breeze!
Direct and Indirect Characterisation Anchor Chart Pack
This Direct and Indirect Characterisation Anchor Chart pack features posters for use in both lower and upper-level classrooms. The two variations included are described below:
- Direct and Indirect Characterisation Anchor Chart (Middle): This resource is designed for younger students and uses simplified language and age-appropriate illustrations.
- Indirect and Direct Characterisation Anchor Chart (High) – This poster set is designed for older students and features more complex vocabulary and photographs.
You will find both levels in a single file in your download. Simply download the file, choose the one you prefer, and print it!
Download Your Direct vs Indirect Characterisation Poster Pack
Ready to download your direct vs indirect characterisation poster bundle? That’s easy! This resource is available as a printable PDF resource file, as well as a fully editable Google Slides resource. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow on the download button and select your preferred file type.
We have included both full colour and black and white versions of these posters.
This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.
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