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Character Traits worksheet designed for students to practice identifying and analyzing character traits in stories or real-life figures. The worksheet is divided into four sections, each focusing on a different character:
Tommy,
Mia,
Roosevelt (Franklin D. Roosevelt), and
Serena Williams.
Each section includes:
1. A short story about the character.
2. An illustration of the character.
3. A list of three character traits.
4. Instructions to highlight two things from the story that help identify the character’s traits.
5. A question asking which trait best describes the character and why.
Let’s go through each section and solve it step by step.
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1. Tommy
Story Summary:
Tommy shares his toys with others, always says "thank you," and helps pick up crayons when someone drops them. He makes everyone feel good, and others think he's a special friend.
Character Traits Listed:
- creative
- brave
- polite
Analysis:
- He shares toys → shows kindness and generosity.
- Always says “thank you” → shows politeness.
- Helps pick up crayons → helpful and considerate.
✔ Best Character Trait:
polite
How do you know?
Because Tommy always says "thank you" and helps others, which shows he is respectful and kind.
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2. Mia
Story Summary:
Mia accidentally broke a toy, but instead of lying, she told her teacher what happened. She felt safe because she was honest.
Character Traits Listed:
- honest
- joyful
- determined
Analysis:
- She told the truth even though it might have caused trouble → honesty.
- Her feelings are described as feeling safe after being truthful → emotional honesty.
✔ Best Character Trait:
honest
How do you know?
Because Mia told the truth about breaking the toy, showing that she values honesty over avoiding blame.
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3. Roosevelt (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
Story Summary:
He became president despite having polio, which left him unable to walk. He used a wheelchair but didn’t let that stop him from working hard, making decisions, and leading the country.
Character Traits Listed:
- curious
- tough
- grateful
Analysis:
- Despite physical challenges, he continued to lead → resilience and strength.
- Worked every day and made important decisions → determination and courage.
✔ Best Character Trait:
tough
How do you know?
Because he faced serious health challenges but still worked hard and led the country, showing great strength and perseverance.
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4. Serena Williams
Story Summary:
She played against much older girls who were stronger and faster. She lost at first but kept playing, practiced more, and eventually became one of the best tennis players in the world.
Character Traits Listed:
- persistent
- funny
- honest
Analysis:
- Kept playing even after losing → determination.
- Got better through practice → effort and persistence.
✔ Best Character Trait:
persistent
How do you know?
Because she didn’t give up after losing; she kept trying and improved over time, which shows persistence.
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✔ Final Answers:
| Character | Best Trait | How Do You Know? |
|---------------|------------------|------------------|
|
Tommy |
polite | He says "thank you" and helps others. |
|
Mia |
honest | She told the truth about breaking the toy. |
|
Roosevelt |
tough | He led the country despite being in a wheelchair. |
|
Serena Williams |
persistent | She kept playing and practicing until she succeeded. |
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🔍 Teaching Tip:
This activity helps students understand how
character traits are revealed through
actions, words, and thoughts in a story. It encourages close reading and critical thinking.
You can use this worksheet in a classroom setting to:
- Practice reading comprehension.
- Build vocabulary around character analysis.
- Promote discussion about positive behaviors and personal qualities.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or want to turn this into a lesson plan!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of character traits worksheet 2nd grade.
