Comparing characters in books is a great way to learn more about them, and learn more about how important characters are to books.

Children learn how to spot the protagonist and supporting characters in a work of fiction.

Young readers practice analyzing characters in a work of fiction with this five-page reading comprehension worksheet.

Readers practice analyzing a character in a work of fiction as they read a passage from L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

Practice describing a character’s emotion based on actions.

Children will read this Reader's Theater script, then answer questions designed to support their understanding of the characters, story, and message of the play.

Readers practice describing fictional characters using their own words with this graphic organizer template.

Get your third grader in the habit of reading closely with this multi-page story featuring questions on the main character, sequencing, and recalling details.