2. CHARACTER’S WORDS AND ACTIONS WHAT CHARACTER IS LIKE Allie brings her new ball to the playground. Allie loves basketball.

3. CHARACTER’S WORDS AND ACTIONS WHAT CHARACTER IS LIKE Allie misses her first few shots, but she keeps trying. Allie doesn’t give up.

4. CHARACTER’S WORDS AND ACTIONS WHAT CHARACTER IS LIKE Allie shoots through a hula hoop and into a garbage can. Allie knows how to shoot a basketball.

5. CHARACTER’S WORDS AND ACTIONS WHAT CHARACTER IS LIKE Allie daydreams about being a star basketball player. Allie has goals.

6. CHARACTER’S WORDS AND ACTIONS WHAT CHARACTER IS LIKE Allie asks her friends to play basketball with her and she keeps practicing. Allie has the respect of her friends.