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

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

(c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert The Complete Tales of Peter Rabbit & Other Favorite Stories By 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 The Complete Tales of Peter Rabbit & Other Favorite Stories By 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 Let’s try another story... How did you do? Were you able to find the protagonist and antagonist?

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

(c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert Duck for President By 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 Duck for President By 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 Let’s try another story... 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.

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

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

(c) 2004 by Sheila Seifert 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 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 Let’s try one last story... 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.

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