Protagonist’s Blueprint

Worksheet Description

This worksheet, titled “Create Your Protagonist,” serves as a planning tool for students to design and understand the main character of their own stories or analyses. It provides a structured table where students can detail their protagonist’s desires, the reasons behind these desires, and the antagonist opposing them. The sheet encourages students to think deeply about their protagonist’s traits by asking them to identify their greatest strengths and weaknesses, as well as the challenges they face and their chances of overcoming these challenges. Additionally, students must decide whether their protagonist is a hero or an anti-hero, providing further nuance to their character design.

The worksheet aims to teach students the fundamental aspects of crafting a compelling protagonist within a narrative framework. By completing the table, students learn to develop a well-rounded character with clear motivations, relatable qualities, and realistic challenges. The exercise enhances their storytelling skills, requiring them to consider how a character’s personality and circumstances drive the plot. Furthermore, the activity fosters empathy and critical thinking, as students must envision how their character’s journey and development will resonate with an audience.