{"id":227153,"date":"2023-08-17T14:30:51","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T06:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/?p=227153"},"modified":"2023-10-12T15:56:05","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T07:56:05","slug":"p4-gep-english-character-analysis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/p4-gep-english-character-analysis\/","title":{"rendered":"GEP English Enrichment &#8211; Character Analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is your GEP child at a loss when it comes to their ERP (Extensive Reading Programme) assignments, such as their Sandwich Book Reviews or Reading Response Journal?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They&#8217;ll be tasked to conduct an analysis on a character in a literary text as part of the GEP syllabus, in addition to critiquing the plot and setting of a book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Joyous Learning, we teach our students to dissect characters in a systematic manner using the AADT (Actions-Appearance-Dialogue-Thoughts) framework. This technique will ensure that the analysis is thorough, insightful and comprehensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s an overview of how to use the framework to analyse characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"993\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/character-analysis-993x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"GEP English Enrichment\" class=\"wp-image-227154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/character-analysis-980x1011.jpeg 980w, https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/character-analysis-480x495.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 993px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, time for some practice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get your child to analyse the characters in the text below and discuss his or her opinions using the AADT framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The teacher with the gentle face<\/em> <em>knelt next to the crying boy and put a hand on his shoulder.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cIt is okay to be upset. These things happen. Whatever happens, you must remember that is not your fault,\u201d the teacher said in a comforting tone.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The teacher dabbed away the boy\u2019s tears with a piece of tissue paper, then held him in a tight embrace. She could feel the boy\u2019s body heave with each sob, and it pained her to see him so upset.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join our <a href=\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/gep-advanced-english\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GEP English<\/a> classes to enrich your child&#8217;s language skills! Both students who love English and GEP students will benefit from this class, as it will help them to understand narratives in Comprehension better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>P4 GEP English: Sundays, 1.15pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>P5 GEP English: Sundays, 3.30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take part in our <a href=\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/june-2022-holiday-workshop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GEP English holiday workshops<\/a> to give your child a boost in their language skills!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>P4 GEP English Workshop: Book Report and Literary Appreciation (20-21 June, 9am-11am)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>P5 GEP English Workshop: Persuasive Writing Review (22, 24 June, 9am-11am)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find out how our experienced GEP alumnus teacher can help your child ace GEP English!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sign up for our specialised GEP English enrichment programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click <a href=\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/post\/english-for-p4-p6-gep-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> to find out more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To receive your regular dose of earth-shattering educational tips, <a href=\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.joyouslearning.com.sg\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">subscribe<\/a> to our newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your GEP child at a loss when it comes to their ERP (Extensive Reading Programme) assignments, such as their Sandwich Book Reviews or Reading Response Journal? 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