A Bear Called Paddington - Chapter 5 - Character Analysis Mr Gruber

In Chapter 5 of 'A Bear Called Paddington', readers are invited to delve deeper into the character of Mr Gruber through a reading activity focused on character analysis. The activity encourages children to explore the text for words and phrases that paint a picture of Mr Gruber's physical appearance. This close reading helps students to visualise the character and to appreciate the author's craft in bringing Mr Gruber to life through descriptive language.

Beyond his looks, the activity also prompts students to consider Mr Gruber's mannerisms by examining the way he talks and behaves within the story. This aspect of the character analysis enables students to gain insights into Mr Gruber's personality and how his speech and actions contribute to the narrative. As a creative extension of this analysis, children are tasked with using the descriptions they've gathered to draw their own interpretation of Mr Gruber, thus combining literary understanding with artistic expression.