🎭 Part 1: Understanding Character Thoughts

1. What is a "thought shot"?

A photograph of a character

A little idea or feeling inside a character's head

An action a character takes

The setting of a story

2. What makes a good thought shot? (Check all that apply)

Detailed and specific

Tells how the person feels and why

Very long and complicated

Short and clear

May ask questions

3. Read this scene: Sarah stared at her broken bicycle wheel after the crash.

Which thought shot best shows what Sarah might be thinking?

"I like bicycles."

"Oh no! How will I get to school tomorrow? Mom is going to be so upset with me."

"The wheel is round."

"I crashed."

✏️ Part 2: Writing Thought Shots

4. Choose ONE character from our stories: Margot from "All Summer in a Day," William from "All Summer in a Day," or the speaker from "Dust of Snow."

My character: _________________________

5. Write a thought shot for your character during an important moment in the story. Remember to show how they feel and why!

6. Write another thought shot for the same character at a different moment in the story.

7. Explain how your thought shots help readers understand your character better.

8. Check the "I can" statements that you accomplished today:

I can explain a character's thoughts and feelings based on story events

I can write thought shots with specific details about what a character is thinking

I can listen carefully to others' ideas during discussions

I can ask thoughtful questions about characters

9. What did your thought shots reveal about your character's feelings or motivations?

10. Extension Challenge: Create a thought shot for a character from your favorite book or a character you made up.