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Character Creator Workbook

Turn “I don’t know what to write” into a character kids can’t stop talking about.

$16.99

Turn “I don’t know what to write” into a character kids can’t stop talking about.

The Character Creator Activity Book helps kids ages 8+ build an original character step-by-step—then use that character to jump into stories, comics, and creative writing. With a fun mix of guided prompts and drawing space, kids develop personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, appearance, voice, and movement—then finish by shaping a story with a goal, obstacles, and a solution. Easy to use, encouraging, and adaptable for older kids up to 13–14.

This book works as a standalone activity or as Book 1 of our Creative Writing Trilogy, followed by the World Builder and Story Writer activity books.

What’s Inside

  • Step-by-step character-building prompts + drawing space
  • Traits, strengths & weaknesses, appearance, voice, and movement
  • Character interview questions (motivation + backstory)
  • Story builder: goal → obstacles → solution
  • Optional QR-linked instructional videos + fun extensions

Great For

Classrooms • Homeschool • Libraries • Writing clubs • Reluctant writers • Enrichment & early finishers • Creative gifts

Not ready to teach? Take our guided workshop instead!