What is Characterization?

It's how authors create and develop characters in stories.

• Direct Characterization - The author tells you the traits

• Indirect Characterization - Traits show up through actions, speech, thoughts, and interaction with other characters

Why is it Important?

• It helps us to understand a character's feelings and motivations.

• It makes stories interesting and relatable.

• Characters drive plot and conflict in a story.

Let's Practice!

Let's brainstorm a character!

Choose a character and brainstorm some of their traits.