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 * 1) [[image:phpThumb_generated_thumbnail.jpeg width="241" height="181" align="right"]]**Link** to the Tool Used: [[@http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/character-trading-cards-30056.html|http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/character-trading-cards-30056.html
 * 1) **Short summary of how the tool was used: After reading a specific story, students are asked to analyze the main character. By using the character trading card activity, the student is driven to think in a higher level way. Not only will they be questioned about how the character acts/looks, but the child is asked... how does the end of the story affect the character? The students are given the opportunity to describe the character and use higher level thinking. It is important for the students not to just think about what the character's name is, but who does the character remind you of? What a great way to practice the concept of character! **
 * 1) **A****pplication: Each child will be paired up with a partner (for the first time we try it). From there, they will discuss the main character (Suki). Using the character trading card game and template, students will answer the questions and share all of the necessary information about the character. Think, think, think! **
 * 1) **21st Century Skill Addressed:** **Creativity and Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication and Collaboration, ICT Literacy, Leadership and Responsibility, Productivity and Accountability**
 * 1) **Reflection:** I am so excited to try this out! This week, we are reading a story entitled, "Suki's Kimono". On Friday, each child will have the opportunity to analyze the main character Suki. We talk about characters a lot in 3rd grade, but I am looking forward to addressing the idea in a new way. The kids will love it! I can't wait to share how it goes.... stay tuned! :)