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1. Karina
2. Brian
3. Carla
4. Diane
5. Melanie
6. Lisbet

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1. Kiara
2. Marlen
3. Alexander

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1. Jonathan R
2. Joshua
3. Jair
4. Henry

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1. Daniel
2. Maia
3. Jonathan E.
4. Jamilette
5. Isai
6. Pedro

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As we read our novel The Color of My Words, we are going to come across many characters. A lot of our characters are going to change throughout the novel. Good readers are always tracking characters throughout a text they read. Using this Padlet, we are going to keep track of what we learn about our characters based on these changes.

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1. Karina
2. Brian
3. Carla
4. Diane
5. Melanie
6. Lisbet

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1. Daniel
2. Maia
3. Jonathan E.
4. Jamilette
5. Isai
6. Pedro

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1. Jonathan R
2. Joshua
3. Jair
4. Henry

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1. Kiara
2. Marlen
3. Alexander

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A word to describe the character is ___.

One new thing I learned about ___ (write character's name) is... In the text it states, "__".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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Character Traits for Chs. 1 and 2

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-A word to describe the character is Intelligent.
-One new thing i Learned about Mami is that she is intelligent because,In the text it states "It will turn up when it's ready"
-The author included this information about the character because the author wanted to show that Mami has a strong relationship with Ana Rosa because she knew it was Ana Rosa who took the notebook
-If we didn't know this information about Mami,the book would be different because it would not show that Mami is starting to change and this would make Mami less supportive

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a word to describe the character is cheeky because she one new thing i learned about ana Rosa is cheeky because in the text it states "I was turning into a little thief always stealing bits of paper" the author put this information about the character because they want to show how she wants to right

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A word to describe the character is sneaky. One new thing I learned about Ana Rosa is she would steal bits of paper. In the text it states, "I was turning into a little thief always stealing bit and pieces of paper to write on". The author included this information about the character because then we are able to know how far she goes to do something she likes. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because it would seem like Ana Rosa wouldnt take her dreams seriously.

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One thing i learned about Anna Rosa's dad is that he says funny things sometimes because in the text it says that he is a dreamer.

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A word that describes the character is confusing. The author included this information about the character because whenever the dad talks to Ana Rosa as if he's a puzzle. One new thing I learned about the dad is in the text it states, "Papi might sound as if he is talking in a puzzle, but I always know exactly what he means." If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because the dad would be more straight forward with his words.

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one thing i learned about anas mom is that she is thoughtful i know this because in the text when guarios note book went missing and ana went up to her she simply said it will turn up when its ready and ana knew her mom knew but instead of her mom telling on her she stayed quiet and left it up to her to make it right

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-A word to describe mom  is serious

-One new thing i learned about mami is that she is serious because in the text it states ''ana rosa theres always has to be a first person to do something''

-The author incuded this information about the character because the author wants to show how serious mami is

-If we did not know this information about mami the book would be different  because it would not show how serious mami is

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A word to describe the character is appreciative.

One new thing I learned about Mami is that she wants Ana roses to be the first person to write a book from the DR In the text it states, "She just kept turning her sheet over and over as she pounded away.finally she looked up and said Ana Rosa, there always has to be a first person".

The author included this information about the character because she motivates Ana rose to become a writer and said that she should write a story for the sea monster in chapter 3.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because Ana rose will not have enough motivation to become a writer and she wouldn't have the standing ovation she got in chapter 3.

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If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because what if Anna Rosa never took Guarios notebook. The author included the information about the character because Anna Rosa really wants and needs a notebook for her to write poems on. A word i would describe Guario is serious about the notebook for his work. One thing i learned about Guario is that he really needs the notebook for his work or else he will get fired and he dos not wanna get fired because he cant help the family anymore because the text it says that Guario left his notebook in his room and Anna Rosa saw it and decided to just take it.

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A word to describe the character is sneaky. One new thing I learned about the character Ana R Rosa is sneaky. In the text it states "I was turning into a little there always stealing bit and pieces of paper to write on. The author included this information about the character because it shows how badly she wanted to write on a piece of paper and write poems. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know how much Ana Rosa wanted to become a writer and get paper and it also shows that she could not afford a piece of paper.

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A word to describe the character is caring. One new thing I learned about Guario is he wanted a future so bad. In the text it states, "To want something so bad. What have you wanted so bad? I asked, looking up at him. A future,". The author included this information about the character because it makes Guario seem like a really good person who cares about his family and didnt mind Ana Rosa taking his notepad. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because it would seem like Guario just did what he did and would've gotten mad at Ana Rosa.

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A word to describe the character is skillful, one thing I learned about papi is that he has great talent on dancing and he wanted Ana Rose to be just like him. The Arthur included this info about this character because maybe he can change and be the father that Ana Rose really wants and maybe they are showing us that he is improving. If we didnt know this info about the character, the book would be different because Papi would have never showed his daughter how to dance.

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-A word to describe Papi is humorous
-One new thing I learned about Papi is that he is funny/Humorous because In the text it states"Your Papi says funny things sometimes"
-The author included this information about Papi because if not it will lack emotion and if he lacks emotion it will not show the type of person Papi is
-If we didn't know this information about Papi,the book would be different because it will show Papi as the always lazy rum drinking person with little to none of a personality.

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a word to describe the character is sneaky. one thing i learned about ana rosa is she is sneaky at hiding her writing. In the text it states "I was turning into a little thief, always stealing bits and pieces of paper to write on." the author included this information about the character because it shows how much she likes to write. if we didnt know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldnt know she was stealing paper to write on

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A word to describe the character is intelligent.

One new thing I learned about Ana Rosa is that she wanted to write poems so much but she doesn't have any paper. In the text it states, "But I wanted more than anything a notepad of my very own".

The author included this information about the character because it shows that Ana Rosa wants a notepad despite the fact they can't afford one.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know how much Ana Rosa really wants something to write.

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A word to describe the character is sneaky.

One new thing I learned about Ana Rosa is that she steals pieces of paper from her family. In the text it states "I was turning into a little thief, always stealing bits of paper to write on".

The author inculcated this information about the character because the character Ana Rosa loves to write and Ana Rosa's mom said that Ana Rosa is not allowed to write or else the president will kill Ana Rosa.

If we didn't know this information about the character, The book would be different because if Ana Rosa wasn't stealing bits of paper, she wouldn't have stolen the notepad and Guario (Ana Rosa's brother) would've still have had his notepad, and the family wouldn't put all their money together to buy a new notepad for Guario.

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A word to describe the character is friendly because Guario didn't get mad at Anna Rosa.
One new thing I learned about Guario is he wants to have a good future In the text it states, "What have you wanted so bad?"I asked, looking up at him "A future".
The author included this information about the character because Guario is a good person and cares for his family and doesn't care if Anna rosa took his notepad.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because Anna Rosa wouldn't have been in that position.

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A word to describe Ana Rosa is Sneaky. One New thing I learned about Ana Rosa is, she wants a note book so she can write all of her poems because the only thing she uses is paper from groceries to write her poems in. I know this because in the text it states, "Sometimes napkins or the gray paper that the shopkeepers use to wrap up goods." . The author included this information about the character because she LOVES to write and she will do anything to have a note book she can write in. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because sense Ana Rosa Loves writes if she didn't she will be like Guario working all day or like the mom cooking for the family or cleaning.

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-A word to describe papi is silly/funny

-One new thing i learned about papi is that he is silly/funny i know this because in the text it says that he said funny and silly words like ''papi says funny things sometimes,carino''

-The author included this information about papi because if he did not it would not show how silly and funny papi is 😆

-If we did not know this information about papi the book then papi would be lazy and drink rum all the time

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a word to describe the text character is trustworthy one new thing i learned about mami is trustworthy because in the text it states "mami was the only person that knew i wanted to wright books when i grew up" the author included this information about the character because she is the only one that ana rosa feels comfortable talking to

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A word to describe the character is unhappy. One new thing I learned about Guario is "A future, he answered. And then I saw tears in his eyes for real." The author included this information about the character because Guario usually doesn't show any sadness. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because Guario would just be a serious character.

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A word to describe the character is amusing.

One new thing I learned about Papi is that he's a dreamer In the text it states, "Your papi say funny things sometimes carino she said He's a dreamer a Dreamer?".

The author included this information about the character because In chapter 4 this will come into play because he will teach Ana rose how to dance.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because Ana rose wouldn't know how to dance and she will still think that papi is lazy.

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A word to describe the character is clever because she would steal things to write on without being caught.
One new thing I learned about Anna Rosa is she wants her own notepad for her poems In the text it states, "But I wanted more than anything a notepad of my very own".
The author included this information about the character because Anna Rosa has to steal papers because she wants a notepad but it costs a lot.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know how much she really wanted to write poems and own a notepad.

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A word to describe the character is gloomy. One new thing I learned about the character Mami is that she is gloomy because Ana Rosa wants to write books and only the president can.In the text it states " I wanted to write books when I grew up." The author included this information about the character because it shows how she does want to get into any trouble involving her daughter with the president and does not want her daughter to face the consequences. If we didn't know this Information about the character, the book would be different because Mami would not have told Ana Rosa there is always the first person to do something even though she is scared and sad for her daughter she still wants her to follow her dreams.

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A word to describe the character is understanding. One new thing i learned about Guario is he wants a future badly and can understand Ana Rosa. In the text it states "Guario kept stroking my hair. After a while he said "i know what it feels like." "how what feels like?' i asked. "to want something so bad" 'what have you wanted so bad?" I asked, looking up at him. "a future," he answered.". The author included this information about the character because they wanted to show that Guario also wants something like Ana Rosa and they can both understand eachother. If we didnt know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldnt know Guario wants a future.

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A word to describe the character is glad. One new thing I learned about Guario is that he can be really caring with Ana Rose in the text it says "I know what it feels like" what im trying to say here is that he knows what Ana Rose wants in the future so he isnt mad about her taking his notebook he is understanding her. The author included this info about the character because maybe they wanted to see how much Guario is of a good brother and son. If we didnt know this info then maybe we wouldnt find out of such that Guario is, he takes care of his family so good he is like more of a father figure.

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A word to describe the character is agreeable.

One new thing I learned about Guario is that she understands how Ana Rosa feels. In the text it states, "After a while he said "I know how it feels like"".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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One new thing i learned about the character Ana Rosa is that she is passionate about writing i know this because in the text it states "always stealing bits and pieces of paper to write on" this shows that she wants to write badly
One word to describe Ana Rosa is sneaky because she is stealing papers to write

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A word to describe the character is supportive

One new thing I learned about Mami is that she is supportive of Ana Rosa's dream to be an author because In the text it states, "Ana Rosa, there always has to be a person for everything.

The author included this information about the character because, it shows that Mami is supportive and encourages Ana Rosa to be a author when she grows up.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because, Ana Rosa's mom would not support Ana Rosa and more problems would happen because Ana Rosa would steal more paces of paper and more notepads.

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* A word to describe the character Guario is  nice because when Anna Rosa ran to him and told him that she took his notepad Guario didn't get mad at Anna Rosa he didnt get mad her .
One new thing i learned about Guario is that he wanted a future. In the text it states " to want some

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In this paragraph A word to describe Guario is relieved. One new thing I learned bout Guario is that even though he is a tough man that works hard for his family and his own needs even him can cry over the smallest important thing for example the note pad that Ana Rosa stole from him that not pad was really important to his job because without it he would get fired, but on the day when Guario was going to go back to work without his note pad Ana Rosa was chasing after him to tell him she was the one that stole his not pad. I know this because in the text it states, "And than I saw tears coming out of her eyes for real"

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A word to describe the character Ana Rosa is intelligent because she loves to read and write and most of the people on her island don´t know how to write  .

One new thing I learned about Ana Rosa is that she loved to read so much she even stole her brothers note book and she also got to write a book because she was on the gri gri tree and she thought it was a monster but at the end its was just a humpback whale In the text it states, "i could hardly wait for him to return ".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because