One Pager Lesson Plan Character One-Pager Power-Up
Lesson Plan • 7th Grade Drama
Duration 30 Min
Objective
Students will create a one-pager to visually represent a character's traits, motivations, and journey from a given dramatic text or scenario.
The "Why"
"This lesson helps students delve deeper into character analysis, foster creativity, and synthesize information in a unique way, making abstract concepts concrete and memorable."
Materials Needed
White paper or cardstock
Colored pencils, markers, or crayons
Character One-Pager Activity sheet
Optional: Character One-Pager Rubric
Prep (10 Mins)
Review activity instructions
Gather art supplies
Print student activity and rubric
Instructional Sequence
Time Section Activity 5 Mins Intro & Hook Script: Use teacher script to introduce character analysis concepts.
Slide Deck: Display slides 1-2.
Discussion: "What makes a character interesting? What do we look for to understand them?"
|
| 10 Mins | The One-Pager |
Script: Explain the 'One-Pager' concept and purpose.
Slide Deck: Slides 3-4 to outline elements (quotes, symbols, themes).
Guided Practice: Walk through one element (e.g., symbol) with a common character example.
|
| 10 Mins | Independent Work |
Activity: Students create their one-pager based on a specific play/character.
Circulate: Offer guidance and encourage creative interpretations/evidence use.
|
| 5 Mins | Wrap-Up & Share |
Share: Invite 2-3 students to share a specific element and their reasoning.
Cool Down: Prompt students to reflect on their learning.
|
Designed for 7th Grade Drama • Tier 1 Instruction
One Pager Slides Character One-Pager Power-Up
Unlocking Drama's Secrets!
Get ready to dive deep into character analysis and showcase your understanding in a creative way!
What Makes a Character Tick?
• Why do characters do what they do?
• What are their strengths and weaknesses?
• How do they change throughout a story?
Think: What clues do writers give us?
What's a Character One-Pager?
A single page packed with your insights!
It combines words and images.
Explore a character in a deep and creative way.
No boring reports here!
[ Sample Layout ]
One-Pager Must-Haves
1. Name & Title
Make it Big and Bold!
2. Key Quotes
2-3 important lines they say.
3. Symbols/Images
Visuals that represent them.
4. Important Traits
3-5 adjectives for personality.
5. Main Goal
What do they want most?
6. Question & Theme
A deep question + theme connection.
Remember!
Be Creative!
Use colors and drawings.
Be Specific!
Use examples from the text.
Be Clear!
Easy to read and understand.
No Empty Space!
Fill the page with ideas!
Time to Create!
Any Questions?
Grab your paper and art supplies, and let's get started on your Character One-Pager!
One Pager Script Character One-Pager Facilitation Script
Teacher Resource • 30 Minute Session
1. Introduction & Hook
5 Minutes
"Good morning/afternoon, everyone! Today, we're going to become super-sleuths of the stage! We're going to dive deep into understanding characters in drama."
Display Slide 2: What Makes a Character Tick?
"Think about your favorite stories, plays, or even movies. What makes a character truly memorable? What makes them feel real to us?"
"Let's brainstorm for a minute. What kind of things do we notice or look for when we try to understand a character? What are their strengths? Their flaws? What drives them?"
Teacher Note:
Allow students to share ideas. Guide them towards internal and external traits, motivations, and changes.
"Exactly! We look at their actions, their words, how others react to them, and what they truly desire."
2. Introducing the One-Pager
10 Minutes
"Now, how can we capture all of that amazing insight in a creative, powerful way? Today, we're going to create something called a 'Character One-Pager'!"
Display Slide 3: What's a Character One-Pager?
"A one-pager is exactly what it sounds like: a single page where you combine words and images to show your deep understanding of a topic. In our case, it's about a character! It's a way to synthesize all your thinking onto one powerful sheet, without writing a long, traditional report. It's about being both artistic and analytical."
Display Slide 4: One-Pager Must-Haves
Character Name & Play Title: Make this stand out! It should be big and bold.
Key Quotes: Choose 2-3 really important lines. These reveal something crucial about personality or journey.
Symbols/Images: Think metaphorically! What objects, colors, or images could represent them?
Important Traits: List 3-5 adjectives like brave, cunning, or loyal.
Main Goal/Motivation: What is the one thing this character wants more than anything else?
A Question: If you could ask them one thing, what would it be?
Key Theme Connection: What major idea is this character connected to?
3. Independent Work & Wrap-Up
Display Slide 5: Remember!
"Now it's your turn! You'll be creating a one-pager for [Insert Character Name]. Be creative, be specific, be clear, and fill the page!"
"I'll be walking around to answer any questions and offer help while you work."
One Pager Activity Guide Unlocking Your Character
Character One-Pager Activity
NAME & DATE:
Target Character
The character you are analyzing today:
1. Name & Play Title
Make this the central focus! Write it big and bold . Use colors and creative fonts.
2. Key Quotes (2-3)
Significant lines spoken by your character. They should reveal beliefs or personality.
3. Symbols (At least 2)
Draw objects or shapes that represent them. Explain why you chose each symbol.
4. Traits (3-5 Adjectives)
Describe their personality. Briefly explain why each trait fits them.
5. Goal / Motivation
What is the primary thing this character desires? What drives their actions?
6. Theme & Questions
Connect them to a major theme and write a thought-provoking question for them.
Tips for Success
Fill the Page
Use Bold Color
Refer to Text
One Pager Rubric Character One-Pager Rubric
Summative Assessment • 7th Grade Drama
STUDENT:
CHARACTER:
Criteria 4 - Exceeds 3 - Meets 2 - Approaches 1 - Needs Imp. Score Content & Quotes 3+ insightful quotes, perfectly chosen & explained. 2-3 relevant quotes, well-chosen with clear explanation. 1-2 quotes, some relevance; superficial explanation. Quotes irrelevant, missing, or lack explanation. Symbolism & Visuals 2+ highly creative symbols; strong visual connection. 2+ relevant symbols; clear visual connection. 1-2 symbols; weak connection to character. Symbols irrelevant, missing, or unclear. Traits & Adjectives 5 well-chosen adjectives with compelling evidence. 3-4 appropriate adjectives with clear explanation. 1-2 adjectives; explanation brief or unclear. Irrelevant, missing, or lack explanation. Goal & Theme Clearly articulated drive and insightful theme link. Clearly articulated goal and accurate theme link. Generally accurate, but lacks depth or clarity. Inaccurate or missing connection. Visual Effort Outstanding appeal/layout; fills the entire page. Good visual appeal; fills most of the page. Some appeal; cluttered or sparse layout. Lacks effort; significant blank spaces. Total Grade
Teacher Feedback & Observations One Pager Warm Up Character Warm-Up: Your Symbolic Self
Name
Date
Instructions: Take a moment to think about yourself as a character. If you were in a play, and you could choose one everyday object to represent your core personality, what would it be and why?
1. Chosen Object
2. Why this object represents me One Pager Cool Down Character Reflection: Cool Down
Name
Date
Reflect: Think about the process of creating your one-pager today.
What was the most challenging part of summarizing a character on a single page?
What did you learn about character analysis by doing this activity?
Theater Arts • Synthesis & Reflection
