The Westing Game Character Assignment - Create a Character's Social Media

The Westing Game Character Assignment - Create a Character's Social Media: Encourage students to extend their thinking beyond the final chapter of The Westing Game with this creative character-based assignment. In this activity, students create a social media profile that reflects a character’s life after the novel. From career updates to relationship status and hobbies, students will apply their understanding of character development in a unique and imaginative way.

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Included in The Westing Game Character Social Media Assignment:

➡️ Character Social Media Template: Have students fill in a printable social media profile complete with a profile picture, “About” section, status updates, contacts, and photos—all centered on the character’s life after the novel.

How The Westing Game Character Social Media Assignment Works:

1. Introduce the activity by reviewing major characters and discussing how their traits, goals, and relationships may have evolved after the novel ends.
2. Have students complete the social media profile by drawing a profile picture, writing about their character’s current life, and adding creative updates that reflect relationships, jobs, or hobbies.
3. Share finished profiles in pairs or small groups to spark discussion about how each student interpreted the character’s journey beyond the story.

This activity is best used as a final character reflection once the novel is complete. It encourages students to think critically about long-term character development through creative expression.

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