Body biography rubric grade
This resource is a great summative assessment project idea to conclude any novel or play!
A Body Biography should demonstrate thorough understanding of the literary work, insight into the character and creativity in depicting that insight....
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What Makes Body Biographies a Powerful Tool for Character Analysis in English Class?
Body biographies are an excellent tool to help students develop their literary analysis skills and explore character development in depth.
This assignment allows students to
- Examine characters through a critical lens
- Flex their analytical muscles
- Get creative with multimedia expression
Aligning with Common Core Standards
Body biographies are rooted in the Common Core Standards for Reading Literature.
They require students to
- Analyze complex characters
- Draw evidence from the text to support claims
- Examine personality traits, beliefs, conflicts, and desires
As your students delve into the nuances that breathe life into literary figures, they’ll hone their ability to make insightful inferences and come to understand the intricate interplay between character and plot.
This assignment is also great because it is tied to the Common Core
