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Character Chart Template
Use this character chart template as a tool to record and organize information about characters or historical figures.
At a Glance
Language
English — USSubject
- English & Language Arts
- History
- Social Studies
- Culture & Identity
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Free Character Chart Template
Date of Publication:
September 2022
Filling in this character chart with information about the major and minor characters in a text helps students better understand the characters. This tool can also be adapted for use with historical figures. The template is available in both PDF and Google Doc form.
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