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  1. Slide Show Directions: To go to the next slide, click on the scroll bar. If you see a sound speaker ( ), click on it to hear a brief audio message. When asked questions, try to answer them before going further. (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  2. Protagonists / Antagonists Examples from Children’s Books (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  3. The Complete Tales of Peter Rabbit & Other Favorite StoriesBy Beatrix Potter, Illustrator Charles Santore, Publisher Running Press The Tale of Peter Rabbit Let’s Begin with (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  4. The Complete Tales of Peter Rabbit & Other Favorite StoriesBy Beatrix Potter, Illustrator Charles Santore, Publisher Running Press Answer: • Peter Rabbit • He learns why he should not go into Mr. McGregor’s garden. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  5. The Complete Tales of Peter Rabbit & Other Favorite StoriesBy Beatrix Potter, Illustrator Charles Santore, Publisher Running Press Answer: • Mr. McGregor • He does not want rabbits in his garden. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  6. Let’s try another story . . . How did you do? Were you able to find the protagonist and antagonist? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  7. Winnie the Pooh’s Honey AdventuresAdapted & Published by Disney, By Isabel Gaines, Illustrator Nancy Stevenson Answer: • Winnie the Pooh • He thinks his problem is that he is out of honey, but learns that his love for honey is the problem. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  8. Winnie the Pooh’s Honey AdventuresAdapted & Published by Disney, By Isabel Gaines, Illustrator Nancy Stevenson Answer: • The bees • Through defending the honey, they cause Pooh to see that his obsession is complicating his life. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  9. Were you able to find the protagonist and antagonist before I told who they were? Let’s try another story . . . (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  10. Duck for PresidentBy Doreen Cronin, Illustrator Betsy Lewin, Publisher Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Answer: • Duck • Wanting an easier life, Duck runs for office and wins. He learn that life on the farm was the easiest life of all. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  11. Duck for PresidentBy Doreen Cronin, Illustrator Betsy Lewin, Publisher Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Answer: • The Political Process • It forces duck into more and more areas of responsibility as he continues to win elections. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  12. How did you do this time? The antagonist was harder to locate because it was not a character (person or animal). It was a thing. Let’s try another story . . . (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  13. The Tortoise and the HareBy Betty Miles, Illustrator Paul Meisel, Publisher Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers Answer: • Hare • He thinks talent over drive will win the race. He learns that drive plays an important part in winning. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  14. The Tortoise and the HareBy Betty Miles, Illustrator Paul Meisel, Publisher Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers Answer: • Tortoise • He is slow, but steady, and causes Hare to realize that drive can win over talent. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  15. Although Hare and Tortoise were both main characters, one animal changed, and one animal remained the same. Let’s try another story . . . (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  16. Green Eggs and HamWritten and Illustrated by Dr. Seuss, Publisher Beginning Books (Random House) Answer: • The “I” in the story • He fights against change until he learns that some changes are good. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  17. Green Eggs and HamWritten and Illustrated by Dr. Seuss, Publisher Beginning Books (Random House) Answer: • Sam • He pesters the protagonist until the protagonist tries something new. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  18. Although Sam has more of a presence (personality) in this story, he does not change. Only the “I” changes. Did you catch that? Let’s try another story . . . (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  19. Horrible Harry and the Green Slime Story One: “Secret Pals”By Suzy Kline, Illustrator Frank Remkiewicz, Publisher Puffin Books Answer: • Harry • He learns that sometimes best friends must keep secrets from each other. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  20. Horrible Harry and the Green Slime Story One: “Secret Pals”By Suzy Kline, Illustrator Frank Remkiewicz, Publisher Puffin Books Answer: • The “I” character • “I” does not waver in doing what is right for his best friend. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  21. This story is told from the perspective of “I.” It also has more to do with how the “I” is feeling, but the story is about Harry--a very interesting mix. Let’s try one last story . . . (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  22. The HatBy Jan Brett, Illustrator Jan Brett, Publisher G.P. Putnam’s Sons Answer: • Hedgie • He tries not to look foolish until he must admit that clothes do not belong on animals. Protagonist: Which character changes the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  23. The HatBy Jan Brett, Illustrator Jan Brett, Publisher G.P. Putnam’s Sons Answer: • The hat • The hat causes Hedgie to eventually admit that animals should not wear clothes. Antagonist: Which character causes the protagonist to change the most in the story? (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  24. Did you figure it out? Remember that no matter what kind of children’s book you are writing, you need to clearly define your protagonist and antagonist. NOW, look through a few of your favorite children’s books to pick out the protagonists and antagonists. (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

  25. The End Go Back to the Course Lecture And Continue Reading! (c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert

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