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Objective:
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To have students write a short story based on a character sketch.
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Strategy
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Assign “Sir Tatton Sykes” by Christopher Sykes to be read and discussed in class.
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Students should recognize that the selection is not short story but a character sketch.
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Explain to students that some writers use the technique of writing elaborate character sketches before writing a story.
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Students will select an aspect of Sir Tatton’s character and develop a short story. The development of the story must be consistent with the traits given.
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Review the elements of plot, point of view, theme, and setting.
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Suggestions for stories
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Conflict between Sir Tatton and his son
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Sir Tatton’s love of his horses
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Sir Tatton being forced to sell one of his horses Story about his love for fox hunting
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Story about his relationship with his wife
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Story about his love for racing
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Stories will be shared with the class. Each story will be discussed in terms of the development of the various elements discussed in class.
