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Trickster Tales Group Activity

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Trickster Tales Group Activity

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🗣️ Part 1: Group Discussion Questions

Work with your group to answer these questions about trickster tales:

1. What makes a character a "trickster"? Check all that apply:

They are very clever

They solve problems in sneaky ways

They are always mean

They use their brain instead of strength

2. Which of these is a famous trickster character?

Anansi the Spider

Goldilocks

Little Red Riding Hood

Sleeping Beauty

3. Why do you think people tell trickster stories?

📖 Part 2: Story Chart

Fill in this chart about a trickster tale your group read:

Story Title: ________________________________
WHO is the trickster character?
WHERE does the story take place?
What PROBLEM does the trickster face?
How does the trickster SOLVE the problem?
What lesson did you learn from this story?

🎨 Part 3: Create Your Own Trickster

Work together to design a new trickster character!

Draw your trickster character in the box below:
What is your trickster's name?

My trickster's name is: _________________________

What animal or creature is your trickster?

My trickster is a: _____________________________

What makes your trickster clever? How do they solve problems?

📝 Part 4: Group Work Assessment Rubric

Use the table below to assess your group's work on this activity:

Criteria Excellent Good Fair Needs Improvement
Participation
Collaboration
Creativity
Communication

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