Teacher Center Directions

	Learning about the characters that make up the story	
•	Esperanza Rising is rich with descriptions of interesting characters, not the least of which is Esperanza herself.
•	Use the doll outlines to create your own character doll that will become part of a class display:
o	Each group member should choose a different character to create.
o	Your doll should be traced onto construction paper and cut out neatly.
o	Follow your teacher’s directions as to decorating the doll.
o	Your doll should also include a description of the character.  The description should be written on a separate piece of paper or index card and attached when you are finished.