Reading Response Question for the Week of December 6-December 10
We have been talking about how authors often leave clues for us in stories that let us know how the character is feeling or what type of person he/she is. When you write, it’s important to leave clues for your readers as well. Rather than just saying that a character is sad, show your reader by the things your character says, does, or thinks. When your clues are good, it’s easy for us to guess how your character is feeling.
Try it! Think of a character who is feeling a certain way (you may use the paper I gave you that is in your binder for some ideas). Then write a few sentences that “show” us. We’ll see if we can guess! Read my sample to see an example of how to do this!
Susan listened carefully as the names were called out one by one. She could feel her heart racing as she rubbed her hands along the sides of her favorite jeans. Surely Mrs. Lehman would call her name next, wouldn’t she? But what if she didn’t? What if her artwork hadn’t been good enough? Susan shook her head slightly as she looked up and watched the principal, Mr. Davenport, hand out impressive medals to each of the winning students. If only Mrs. Lehman would call her name! How is Susan feeling? (anxious!)
ReplyDeleteI was standing in line for the rockin roll roller coaster at Hollywood Studios. Everyone around me was talking about how fast the ride started. I was not so sure I wanted to ride it or not. When we got to the front of the line I saw the roller coaster take off. It was fast. My stomach started to hurt. I was thinking about what was going to happen on the roller coaster. I did not want to talk to anyone. I was trying to focus on my stomach. I felt like I was going to pass out. I started to sweat. The lady called me and my mom onto the ride. I had to pull the bar down on my stomach. We took off. OMG. My eyes were closed in the picture we could see at the end of the ride. How was I feeling?
ReplyDeleteSelena was looking forward to her new baby sister coming home from the hospital. She even helped her dad paint the babys new room. When the baby came home all of her family was there. Everyone wanted to hold the baby and take a picture. Then her grandma came over and walked right past her like she was not even there and wanted to hold the baby and was kissing the baby. Every time Selena wanted to get near the baby she got scolded. She could feel her face getting hot and steamy. She wanted to go run away from everyone. Her palms sweated like tears and her feet curled up like curly french fries. Did they think she was invisible???!!! How is Selena feeling?
ReplyDeleteStevie was wiping his sweat off of his face and taking deep breaths as Ms.Schaech was handing out the ecnomics test.He was sure he was going to get an A+ wasnt he? If he did not get an A+ than he would not get principals list.
ReplyDeleteChloe watched as the students at horse back riding lessons jumped perfectly over hurdles. Chloe lisend for her name. As she was waiting her hands got sweatty on the reins. Chloe thought to herself "what if I don't make the jump"? How did Chloe feel? [fearful]
ReplyDeleteLindsey couldn't sit in her seat. She had a big smile on her face, as her best friend Connor took out a bag that had her name on it. He peeked in the bag and then put it away before Lindsey could see what was in it. Lindsey stopped bouncing, she looked at Connor and said "why can't I see whats in it?" Connor looked at her and said, "Lindsey, it's a present. Why would I let you look. Besides, I'm going to your house anyway. You can see it then." "Fine." said Lindsey. When Lindsey and Connor got home Lindsey said, "What's my present? What's my present? How was Lindsey feeling?
ReplyDeleteGreg watched as his brother Rodrick played the drums in a play.He wished it was him that was
ReplyDeleteup there playing.Greg has always wanted to have a part on stage.How is Greg feeling?
John Horton
I was in line at gymnastics, waiting for my turn to show my back hand spring that I have been practicing. I watch each one of my fellow gymnist preform thier back hand spring. I notice everyone was doing well, I started to breathe heavily and my hands were getting sweaty. I wanted to be as good as everyone had done before me. It was my turn!!! As I jumped up I reached for the sky and I brought my legs over my head flipping backwards and landing on my feet!!! I DID IT!!! How was I feeling before doing the back hand spring???!!! [nervous]
ReplyDeleteJoe the bully bulled other people one time he his mom and dad were getting divorced but Joe dint care in tell his parents said i am not living with you any more. joe was looking side to side and i don't know who to live with mom or dad he said in his mind. how do you think Joe feels about his mom and dad getting divorced [Agitated]
ReplyDeleteI was sitting in the tree stand with my dad waiting for a deer. I was having a hard time sitting still, looking to the left and right. We saw squirrels and bunnies playing. Then we saw a spike buck walk out in front of us. I was breathing hard, my whole body was shaking then he stopped and I shot it. How was I feeling? (excited)
ReplyDeleteJosh said...
ReplyDeleteJoe was sweating while his boss was calling out names from a list. If Joe's name was called out he would be surprised. He tried hard at work, but no one seemed to appreciate him. How does Joe feel?
He feels unnoticed.
In the book, The Creature Vanishes, Luke thought he saw Bigfoot. Luke's eyes got wide and he was excited and scared when he thought he saw Bigfoot.
ReplyDeleteI was going to a baseball game. We were going to play the Marlins. We started to play the game. Chris's baseball team was called the Yankees. The final score was 1 to 4, yankees lost. How is Chris feeling? (sad)
ReplyDeleteDiary of a Wimpy Kid:The Last Straw
ReplyDeleteGreg had ordered from ads some things that he thought would change his life. The cash machine he got turned out to be a trick that he had to put his OWN money in a secret slot to make it work. It was not good and would not get him out of out of getting a job when he grew up. The x-ray goggles just made him see blurry and cross-eyed. How did Greg feel? I think he was very disappointed because the stuff were not what he thought they would be.
Tony was a young boy who liked to play baseball. Everytime at practice he would let the other kids go first. He always said "nice job" to the kid on base. Tony always took time to congratulate the opposite team even when they lost. Tony will always be remebered for all the nice things he did.
ReplyDeleteLast year, we went on a family vacation to Smoky Mountain, Tennessee. It was a long 10 hours ride, but it was worth it. Every time when we were traveling up the mountains, my ears would pop. As we were going down, my stomach would drop as if I am riding on a roller coaster. The scenic was amazing! I kept asking, are we there yet? are we there yet?
ReplyDeleteChloe was playing in her backyard and when someone maned Sally came over. Chloe ask her why she was here and told her she didn't like her because she did something mean to her. Sally said oh right I'll leave. Thanks said Chloe your welcome said Sally and Chloe was happy.
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