Objective

By the end of this lesson, Abbie will have a deeper understanding of the characters and themes in "Inanimate Insanity," and will create her own character inspired by the show. This will enhance her creativity and comprehension skills while having fun!

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencil or colored pencils
• Access to "Inanimate Insanity" episodes (if possible)
• Knowledge of the main characters and themes of the show

Activities

1. Character Exploration:

   Watch a few episodes of "Inanimate Insanity" together (if possible). Discuss the different characters, their personalities, and how they interact with each other. Ask Abbie which character she likes the most and why.

2. Create Your Own Character:

   Using the paper and colored pencils, Abbie will design her own character that could fit into the "Inanimate Insanity" universe. Encourage her to think about what kind of object her character is and what personality traits it would have.

3. Write a Short Story:

   After designing her character, Abbie will write a short story or scene that includes her character interacting with existing characters from "Inanimate Insanity." This will help her practice her writing skills and imagination.

4. Character Presentation:

   Abbie will present her character and story to you. Encourage her to be expressive and have fun with it! This will help build her confidence in sharing her ideas.

Talking Points

• "What do you think makes a character interesting? Is it their personality, their backstory, or how they interact with others?"
• "How do the characters in 'Inanimate Insanity' show their feelings? Can you give an example?"
• "What kind of object would you want to be if you were in 'Inanimate Insanity'? Why?"
• "How do you think your character would react in a funny or tough situation?"
• "Why is it important for characters to have different personalities? How does that make the story more exciting?"
• "What lesson do you think we can learn from the characters in 'Inanimate Insanity'?"
• "Can you think of a time when you felt like one of the characters? What happened?"
• "How do you think your character would get along with the characters we know from the show?"
• "What are some of the funniest moments you remember from 'Inanimate Insanity'?"
• "Why do you think people enjoy watching shows with animated objects? What’s fun about it?"