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Looking for an engaging, step-by-step PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation to teach character traits? This 36-slide interactive presentation introduces your 3rd-5th grade students to the concept of character traits by guiding them through inferencing skills, character analysis, and vocabulary development—all while keeping them actively involved!
Designed for both PowerPoint and Google Slides, this lesson walks students step-by-step through identifying seven types of figurative language., this resource helps students distinguish between character traits, emotions, and physical characteristics, then teaches them how to infer traits using a character's feelings, actions, dialogue, and thoughts. With 12 original short reading passages and 16 character traits explored, this is the perfect tool for launching a reading unit, teaching inferencing, or building vocabulary.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- 36-slide Character Traits PowerPoint/Google Slides Lesson
- 12 short reading passages to practice character analysis
- 16 character traits introduced in groups of four
- Step-by-step instruction in inferring character traits
- An 8-page companion handout
- Ideal for whole group instruction, mini-lessons, or intervention
PowerPoint/Google Slides Sequence of Topics:
Slides 1–5: What Is a Character Trait? (vs. emotions & physical traits)
Slides 6–16: How to Infer Traits Using Text Evidence (feelings, actions, dialogue, thoughts)
Slides 17–21: Set 1 – sly, foolish, diligent, lazy
Slides 22–26: Set 2 – arrogant, bossy, optimistic, pessimistic
Slides 27–31: Set 3 – determined, selfish, irresponsible, reliable
Slides 32–36: Set 4 – considerate, insensitive, brave, stubborn
Skills Covered:
- Identifying and defining character traits
- Making inferences using text evidence
- Comparing traits vs. emotions vs. physical characteristics
- Expanding vocabulary and descriptive language
- Strengthening reading comprehension and character analysis
Perfect For:
- Whole-class read-alouds
- Inferencing mini-lessons
- Guided reading skill groups
- Literature response activities
- Sub plans or digital lessons
- Reference during novel studies or character mapping
⭐ No prep needed — just open and teach!
Companion handout included in both print and digital formats (Google Slides compatible).
Aligned to Common Core ELA standards for reading literature and inferencing.
Here's what teachers like you have to say about this character traits resource:
⭐️ Amanda F. said, "I used components of this during an observation and it was fantastic! Students were engaged and had the opportunity to build their vocabulary."
⭐️ Helayna C. said, "My students were engaged fully while using this resource. Everything was used in this unit and it was beautifully put together. It is a well organized resource and it was easy to use. I was able to teach the skill with ease using this unit."
⭐️ Kirsten H. said, "My students enjoyed reading the passages and identifying character traits. A few of them even said it was a fun activity. I loved how each passage had 4 character trait options to choose from, which aligns well with a multiple-choice test. My students are still using the character traits on the PowerPoint to describe characters in books and passages we are reading! So I know this resource stuck with them!
⭐️ Michelle J. said, "I loved it. Often, when you ask a student to describe a character, they say "good" or " mean". They don't have a strong enough vocabulary to use other words. These PowerPoint slides introduced them to more powerful words like 'bossy" or 'determined". It opened up a lot of communication about the terms."
⭐️ Courtney W. said, "A perfect way to introduce character traits! I loved that it had LOTS of examples of different types of character traits. This helps my students build up their vocabulary when it comes to describing characters in their stories."
Also, the PowerPoint cannot be edited due to the copyright requirements made by the contributing artists (clip art, font, backgrounds).
My related resources:
Character Trait Craftivity (featuring 16 short stories)
Character Traits: Partner Plays
Character Trait Craftivity (featuring 16 short stories)
Character Trait Partner Plays for grades 4-5 (includes bonus worksheet!)
Character Traits and Motives: I have.. Who has...? Game
Copyright by Deb Hanson
This item is a paid digital download from my TpT store
www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Deb-Hanson
This product is to be used by the original downloader only. Copying for more than one teacher is prohibited. This item is also bound by copyright laws. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item (or any part thereof) on an Internet site that is not password protected are all strictly prohibited without first gaining permission from the author. Violations are subject to the penalties of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Please contact me if you wish to be granted special permissions!
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Looking for an engaging, step-by-step PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation to teach character traits? This 36-slide interactive presentation introduces your 3rd-5th grade students to the concept of character traits by guiding them through inferencing skills, character analysis, and vocabulary development—all while keeping them actively involved!
Designed for both PowerPoint and Google Slides, this lesson walks students step-by-step through identifying seven types of figurative language., this resource helps students distinguish between character traits, emotions, and physical characteristics, then teaches them how to infer traits using a character's feelings, actions, dialogue, and thoughts. With 12 original short reading passages and 16 character traits explored, this is the perfect tool for launching a reading unit, teaching inferencing, or building vocabulary.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- 36-slide Character Traits PowerPoint/Google Slides Lesson
- 12 short reading passages to practice character analysis
- 16 character traits introduced in groups of four
- Step-by-step instruction in inferring character traits
- An 8-page companion handout
- Ideal for whole group instruction, mini-lessons, or intervention
PowerPoint/Google Slides Sequence of Topics:
Slides 1–5: What Is a Character Trait? (vs. emotions & physical traits)
Slides 6–16: How to Infer Traits Using Text Evidence (feelings, actions, dialogue, thoughts)
Slides 17–21: Set 1 – sly, foolish, diligent, lazy
Slides 22–26: Set 2 – arrogant, bossy, optimistic, pessimistic
Slides 27–31: Set 3 – determined, selfish, irresponsible, reliable
Slides 32–36: Set 4 – considerate, insensitive, brave, stubborn
Skills Covered:
- Identifying and defining character traits
- Making inferences using text evidence
- Comparing traits vs. emotions vs. physical characteristics
- Expanding vocabulary and descriptive language
- Strengthening reading comprehension and character analysis
Perfect For:
- Whole-class read-alouds
- Inferencing mini-lessons
- Guided reading skill groups
- Literature response activities
- Sub plans or digital lessons
- Reference during novel studies or character mapping
⭐ No prep needed — just open and teach!
Companion handout included in both print and digital formats (Google Slides compatible).
Aligned to Common Core ELA standards for reading literature and inferencing.
Here's what teachers like you have to say about this character traits resource:
⭐️ Amanda F. said, "I used components of this during an observation and it was fantastic! Students were engaged and had the opportunity to build their vocabulary."
⭐️ Helayna C. said, "My students were engaged fully while using this resource. Everything was used in this unit and it was beautifully put together. It is a well organized resource and it was easy to use. I was able to teach the skill with ease using this unit."
⭐️ Kirsten H. said, "My students enjoyed reading the passages and identifying character traits. A few of them even said it was a fun activity. I loved how each passage had 4 character trait options to choose from, which aligns well with a multiple-choice test. My students are still using the character traits on the PowerPoint to describe characters in books and passages we are reading! So I know this resource stuck with them!
⭐️ Michelle J. said, "I loved it. Often, when you ask a student to describe a character, they say "good" or " mean". They don't have a strong enough vocabulary to use other words. These PowerPoint slides introduced them to more powerful words like 'bossy" or 'determined". It opened up a lot of communication about the terms."
⭐️ Courtney W. said, "A perfect way to introduce character traits! I loved that it had LOTS of examples of different types of character traits. This helps my students build up their vocabulary when it comes to describing characters in their stories."
Also, the PowerPoint cannot be edited due to the copyright requirements made by the contributing artists (clip art, font, backgrounds).
My related resources:
Character Trait Craftivity (featuring 16 short stories)
Character Traits: Partner Plays
Character Trait Craftivity (featuring 16 short stories)
Character Trait Partner Plays for grades 4-5 (includes bonus worksheet!)
Character Traits and Motives: I have.. Who has...? Game
Copyright by Deb Hanson
This item is a paid digital download from my TpT store
www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Deb-Hanson
This product is to be used by the original downloader only. Copying for more than one teacher is prohibited. This item is also bound by copyright laws. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item (or any part thereof) on an Internet site that is not password protected are all strictly prohibited without first gaining permission from the author. Violations are subject to the penalties of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Please contact me if you wish to be granted special permissions!
