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My Name is Leon: Supporting Characters

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My Name is Leon: Supporting Characters

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🎯 WALT: Analyse how supporting characters influence Leon's journey

Success Criteria:

• I can identify key supporting characters and their roles

• I can explain how characters influence Leon's development

• I can analyse character relationships using textual evidence

1. Which character provides the most positive influence on Leon?

Maureen

Tufty

Salma

Carol

2. Tick ALL the ways Maureen helps Leon:

Teaches him to read better

Helps him find Jake

Gives him confidence

Protects him from bullies

3. How does Tufty's character contrast with other adults in Leon's life?

📝 Character Relationships & Evidence

4. Complete this sentence about Leon and Maureen's relationship:

Maureen becomes like a _____________ to Leon because she _____________ and helps him to _____________.

5. Find a quote that shows how Salma views Leon. Write it below and explain what it reveals:

Quote:

This shows that:

6. Higher Level: Compare how TWO supporting characters help Leon develop emotionally. Use specific examples.

🎭 Character Analysis Challenge

7. SEN Support: Match the character to their main role in Leon's story:
Maureen
Tufty
Carol
Father figure/protector
Mother figure/nurturer
Barrier/obstacle
8. Extension Activity: Choose ONE supporting character. Explain how the novel would be different if they weren't in the story.

Character chosen: ________________

Dyslexia-Friendly Tip: Use the character list on page 2 of your booklet if you need help with spellings.

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