Vulnerability

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a creative writing prompt for students to invent their own superhero character. It provides a structured format for students to fill in key details about their superhero, including the superhero’s name, backstory, superpowers, vulnerabilities, and how they use their powers to help others. There is also a space for the student to draw a picture of their superhero. This type of activity is often used to spark imagination and to engage students in creative thinking.

The worksheet is aimed at teaching students the elements of character creation and narrative development within a story. By filling out the different sections, students learn to give their characters depth and dimension, considering not just their strengths, but also their weaknesses and motivations. The task of drawing the superhero helps integrate visual literacy with written expression. Moreover, it encourages empathy and ethical thinking by asking students how their superhero would use their powers for the benefit of others, highlighting the moral responsibilities that come with power.