Kensuke's Kingdom - Chapter 2 - Character Analysis Michael Mum Dad

In Chapter 1 of "Kensuke's Kingdom," students are invited to delve into the character of Michael through a reading activity centred around character analysis. The task encourages them to explore the text for words and phrases that paint a picture of Michael's physical appearance. Additionally, they are asked to note how Michael communicates and acts within the story, providing insight into his behaviour. To bring the character to life, students are prompted to use these descriptions to draw Michael and, furthermore, to employ their own vocabulary to convey their understanding of his personality, creating a well-rounded image of the protagonist.

The same analytical approach is applied to Michael's mother, where students are tasked with extracting details from the text that illustrate Mum's appearance and the manner in which she speaks and conducts herself. The activity not only sharpens the students' attention to detail but also their artistic skills, as they are encouraged to sketch Mum based on the textual description. To complete the character profile, they are prompted to use their own words to describe her personality, allowing for a personal interpretation of her character based on their reading.

Finally, the character analysis extends to Michael's father, with the students combing through the chapter to find descriptive language that reveals Dad's appearance. They are also asked to observe and note his dialogue and behaviour, which contributes to understanding his character dynamics within the story. Using the gathered information, students are encouraged to draw a portrait of Dad and, in their own words, describe his personality, thus creating a comprehensive character study that enhances their engagement with the text and deepens their comprehension of the story's characters.