Compare and Contrast the Experiences of Characters in Familiar Stories - Lesson for Kindergarten, Chapter - Answering Questions About Stories Read Aloud (Craft & Structure)
In this engaging lesson titled "Compare and Contrast the Experiences of Characters in Familiar Stories," Kindergarten students will embark on a literary journey through the enchanting worlds of two classic fairytales: "Cinderella" and "The Princess and the Pea. " This lesson is intricately designed under the unit "Reading Literature" and falls within the chapter on "Answering Questions About Stories Read Aloud (Craft & Structure). "
Through a variety of activities, including reading these timeless tales and completing worksheets specifically tailored to compare character experiences, students will learn how to identify and articulate the similarities and differences in the experiences of the protagonists. This critical thinking skill is not only pivotal in understanding the craft and structure of stories but also essential in recognizing diverse perspectives and circumstances, even within the realm of fairy tales.
Learning to compare and contrast character experiences enhances students’ comprehension skills, enabling them to delve deeper into story elements such as plot, motivation, and outcomes. This foundational skill sets the stage for more advanced literary analysis in the future, fostering an appreciation for storytelling's complexities and nuances.
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Activity 1 / Cinderella | Fairytale
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Activity 2 / The Princess and the Pea | Fairytale
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Activity 3 / “The Princess and the Pea” or “Cinderella” Worksheet
The Princess and the Pea and Cinderella are two very popular children stories that your daughter is probably fascinated by. Before beginning this tale, ask your kids if they can tell you some of the similarities between the stories. If they can, very good. Look at the pictures in this worksheet with your child. The images show characters and objects from both the Princess and the Pea, and Cinderella. Help them complete this tracing sheet by drawing a line from the picture to the story it is from.
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Activity 4 / “The Princess and the Pea” and “Cinderella” Worksheet
Read the story of Cinderella, and then the story of The Princess and the Pea to your little kids before beginning this simple worksheet exercise. Do your kids love these stories? Ask them what some of their favorite parts of the story were, and what they found similar about the princesses. In this printable PDF, there are four different pictures showing scenes from the fairytales. Ask your kids to check the picture that goes to both ‘The Princess and the Pea’ and ‘Cinderella’.
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Activity 5 / Compare Character Experiences - Quiz
In this assessment, students will compare and contrast the character traits and experiences of characters from familiar stories.
