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Character Trait Entry: Peacemaker

September 1, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Peacemaker

September 1, 2012

Definition: one who placates; one who seeks to divert conflict Characters in Literature & Pop Culture: Mole (The Wind in the Willows), Susan (The Chronicles of Narnia), Bilbo (at the beginning…

Character Trait Entry: Sentimental

August 18, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Sentimental

August 18, 2012

Definition: being overly influenced by feelings Characters in Literature: Anne Shirley, Mrs. Weasley, Cecily (Wither) Common Portrayals: women, teenage girls, children Clichés to Avoid: the nostalgic mother crying over her child’s latest…

Character Trait Entry: Mysterious

August 11, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Mysterious

August 11, 2012

Definition: difficult to understand or figure out; secretive Characters in Literature & Pop Culture: Rick Blaine (Casablanca), The Cullens (Twilight), Jason Bourne, Aragorn (drool) Common Portrayals: The bad boy at school; magicians…

Character Trait Entry: Kind

August 4, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Kind

August 4, 2012

Definition: the mindset of giving; inclination to offer help and lift another’s spirit Characters in Literature: Diana Barry (Anne of Green Gables); Mr. & Mrs. Weasley (Harry Potter); Peeta (The…

Character Trait: Serious

July 28, 2012

Character Trait: Serious

July 28, 2012

Definition: having a thoughtful or subdued manner Causes: being more inclined to internal thought than external expression; an underdeveloped sense of humor; a strong sense of duty to others; being forced…

Character Trait Entry: Determined

July 21, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Determined

July 21, 2012

Definition: a firm resolve; unwavering; focused Characters in Literature: Doug (Okay For Now); Katniss (The Hunger Games); Perrin (The Wheel of Time) Common Portrayals: Athletes, Competitors, Law Enforcers & Military,…

Character Trait: Creative

July 14, 2012

Character Trait: Creative

July 14, 2012

Definition: marked with the desire or skill to create Characters in Literature: Olivia (the pig), Amy March (Little Women), Skeeter Phelan (The Help), Joe (The Sky is Everywhere) Common Portrayals: artists, authors and…

Character Trait: Glamorous

July 7, 2012

Character Trait: Glamorous

July 7, 2012

Definition: having an aura of allure and fascination; a showy attractiveness Characters in Literature and Pop Culture: Scarlett O’Hara (Gone with the Wind), Jay Gatsby (The Great Gatsby), Audrey Hepburn,…

Character Trait Entry: Mature

June 30, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Mature

June 30, 2012

Definition: a strong level of mental development or wisdom, often beyond one’s years Characters in Literature: Hermione (Harry Potter); Katniss (Hunger Games); Hazel & Augustus (The Fault In Our Stars…

Character Entry Trait: Calm

June 23, 2012

Character Entry Trait: Calm

June 23, 2012

Definition: free from agitation or disturbance; composed; level-headed Characters in Literature: Legolas, Spock, Nick Andros (The Stand), Yoda Common Portrayals: parents and grandparents, religious figures, mentors, immortals Clichés to Avoid: the wise mentor who shows…