Room on the Broom - Lesson 4 - Characters Worksheet

In an English teaching resource aimed at exploring characters, particularly the portrayal of a witch, students are presented with a worksheet to delve into descriptive language. Initially, the worksheet prompts children to brainstorm and list adjectives or phrases that they would typically associate with a witch. This exercise encourages students to think about common stereotypes and characteristics that are often attributed to witches in literature and folklore. They might consider words that describe appearance, personality traits, and typical behaviours that align with their preconceived notions of a witch.

Following the initial task, the worksheet shifts focus to the witch character within a specific story. Students are asked to describe the witch from the narrative they are studying, which may differ from the traditional image they have just outlined. This activity allows them to identify and articulate the unique qualities of the character in the story, encouraging them to think critically about how characters can be presented in various ways. By comparing their initial descriptions to the witch in the story, students engage with the text on a deeper level, enhancing their understanding of characterisation and challenging stereotypes.