ELA8, CSS, Sferrazza

Create a character diary. Step into the mind of one of the main characters in your novel. Write 5 diary entries that describe a meaningful connection the character has made to another person, idea, or thing.  Put yourself "in their shoes" and imagine what they think about the relationship and how they feel about the relationship.  What effect has it had on the character? Include the following details in your character's diary:

Don't forget to write in 1st Person. The diary is from your character's perspective.

• Responses to at least 5 major events in the novel
  • How were you involved in the event?
  • Who else was involved?
  • What is your relationship to the others involved?
  • How did you feel about the events?
  • What emotions were you experiencing?
  • What are your thoughts on the other characters?
  • What impact does this event have on your relationship?
  • How does the setting impact you?
  • What are your hopes/dreams/secrets?
• Design a cover for your Character Diary and attach your entries behind it.
  • Does your cover reflect your character?
  • Are you a boy or a girl?
  • Would your diary be hand-written or typed?
  • Would you have a fancy diary or a plain one?
  • Relate your diary's cover as much as possible to the personality and dominant character traits of the character.

Content: Thoughtful, mature, specific and effective details. Shows deep understanding of character and character's relationship to others as well as the impact. Relates character's thoughts and feelings to major events in the novel. 5 thorough and complete diary entries. Diary cover reflects themes of the novel and accurately depicts the character's personality and relationship with others.

Organization: Well written and well edited. Typical diary details are included eg. salutation,date

Conventions: Proper punctuation and sentences.