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Dive into the world of literature genres with this engaging overview tailored for 4th graders. Discover the differences between fiction and non-fiction, including real stories versus make-believe tales. Learn about various forms of storytelling such as realistic fiction, fantasy, autobiographies, and biographies. Uncover the magic of poetry, fairytales, folktales, and fables that teach valuable lessons. Each genre offers unique characters and events, making literature a wondrous journey for readers. Let’s explore together and ignite your love for reading!
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Literature Genres Sharon Sun July 2,2013 4th grade
Fiction V.S Non-fiction Non-fiction Real story True Information Fiction • Make-believe • Read for fun • Fake
Myth • Tale passed down through generations • Explains a world of gods • Pertains actions of gods/goddesses
Realistic Fiction • Can be based on a real story • Characters act like people • Story could happen in real life
Fantasy • Animal characters act like people • Characters may have special powers • Imaginary characters
Autobiography • Story about a person’s life • Whole life, part of a life, single event • He/she feels and he/she thinks
Biography • Tells information about someone’s life • Based on someone who is important • How these people live and what they do
Poetry • Shows expressions, feelings, and moods • All have own rhymes • A written form of literature
Fairytales Fight between good and evil Teaches a lesson Always has a happy ending
Folktales • A story or legend handed down • One generation to the next • Told over and over again
Tall tales • A story that is humorously exaggerated • Backwoods exploits • American frontiersman
Fables • Story teaches a lesson • End of fable is a proverb • A proverb is a wise saying
Plays • Watch characters and hear them talk • You can recognize names if they have colons • Directions written in special form