What makes people change?Characters like real people change over

time.

In this lesson you will revise your theory about a main

character by identifying how and why he changes.

Let’s Review

We’ve been reading:“The Reformation of

Jimmy Valentine Safe-Cracker”

Jimmy:• Sneaky with his

words and actions.• Takes pride in his

appearance.• Is really proud of his

safe-cracking tools and skills.• Has been robbing

lots of banks.

A Common Mistake

Jimmy:• Sneaky with his words and

actions.• Takes pride in his appearance.• Is really proud of his safe-

cracking tools.• Has been robbing lots of banks.• New word, thought, or action.• Another new word, thought, or

action.• Yet another new idea…

A Common Mistake

Jimmy:• Sneaky with his

words and actions.• Takes pride in his

appearance.• Is really proud of

his safe-cracking tools.• Has been robbing

lots of banks.

New Theory:

Jimmy:

Core LessonCore Lesson

At the same time, a young lady crossed the street, passing him at the corner. The moment he looked into her eyes, he forgot who he was—Jimmy Valentine was transformed forever. The woman lowered her eyes and blushed slightly….She made her way across the street and entered …”The Elmore Bank.”

What just changed?

Why?

Jimmy goes from a sneaky bank robber to a love-struck man who is trying to change his ways.

Core LessonCore Lesson

Spot the change.1

2 Ask what changed and why?

3 Revise and Record.

In this lesson you have learned to revise your theory about the main character by identifying

how and why he changes.

Guided Practice

Mr. Ralph Spencer was like a phoenix that arose from Jimmy Valentine’s ashes. It was as if his entire past had burned away in a the sudden flame of love that Annabel Adams had kindled in his heart. He stayed in Elmore and prospered. He opened a shoe store… and secured a good run of trade. Socially he was also a success... He also accomplished the wish of his heart he met Miss Annabel Adams.

What just changed?

Why?

Jimmy:

Guided Practice

1 Spot the change.

2 Ask what changed and why?

3 Revise and Record.

Extension Activities

Group Extension:

Working as a class/small group read the text. Then apply the three steps to identify how the main character changes and why. Once you have gone through the process, record the change and why on a sticky note or in your reader’s notebook.

Extension Activities

Individual Extension:

Using your independent reading book and the three steps, spot changes in the main character in your book and record them in your reader’s notebook or on a sticky note.

Quick QuizQuick Quiz

Based on what you have read so far in “The Reformation of Jimmy Valentine-Safe Cracker.” Identify one way Jimmy has changed and how your know..

Write a sticky note describing your ideas about how and why the main character changed.