Lesson 14 — Activity 2: Fiction
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Lesson 14 — Activity 2: Fiction
You know that fictional narratives are stories that are made up and come from an author’s imagination.
Fictional narratives may be divided into:
Fictional narratives may be divided into:
Prose:
Short stories:
Short stories:
- are stories that are a few pages long
- are stories that are long enough to be put into a book form
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are stories that can be read but are meant to be performed (on a stage or in a movie)
Poetry:
Poems:
Poems:
- also tell fictional stories but in a less-structured way than a short story or a novel
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have words used for their sounds and rhythms (the beat of the sound of the words) to express meaning or deep feelings
There are many different types of fictional genres as well.
Here are some examples:
Here are some examples:
Historical fiction: stories that involve imaginary characters but are set in real times and around real events of the past
Realistic fiction: stories that take place in the present
They include characters and situations that could really happen but are still made up by the author.
They include characters and situations that could really happen but are still made up by the author.
Fantasy:
stories that involve imaginary characters, places, and events
stories that involve imaginary characters, places, and events
Science fiction: stories that involve futuristic characters and special technology
Mystery:
stories where the main character is trying to solve a crime and is looking for clues and leads
stories where the main character is trying to solve a crime and is looking for clues and leads
Folktale:
short, traditional stories that teach lessons, sometimes through the experiences of animals
Some folktales include tricksters who play tricks on or outsmart other characters.
short, traditional stories that teach lessons, sometimes through the experiences of animals
Some folktales include tricksters who play tricks on or outsmart other characters.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
This book takes place during World War II. It is the story of a girl names Liesel Meminger, who lives in Germany. Liesel can’t resist stealing books. With the help of her accordion–playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids. She also shares her books with a Jewish man hidden in her basement before he is taken to a concentration camp. This is a story about the ability of books to help people have hope for the future.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
This is the story of a boy named Charlie and his life during high school. It tells about going on first dates, about family dramas, and making new friends. This book inspired a movie starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
This was the first book in the Harry Potter series. It tells first of the life Harry led with his aunt and uncle and cousin, Dudley. Then it tells how his life changed when a mysterious letter arrived with an invitation for Harry to come to an incredible place. This place would change his life forever.
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
This is the third book in the Hunger Games series. It tells about Katniss Everdeen who has survived the Hunger Games twice before. She is not safe however, as the Capitol is angry and President Snow has let it be known that Katniss, her family, and everyone in District 12 is not safe.
The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson
This is a story of a girl named Rory who moves to London, England to attend boarding school. When she arrives, a series of murders takes place there and Rory is the only one who spotted the man that the police believe is the prime suspect. Rory thinks she might be the next target unless she can find a way to find him first and solve the crime.
Trickster: Native American Tales, A Graphic Collection
There are over 30 traditional trickster tales in this book. They are drawn from a variety of Aboriginal people across North America. Trickster tales are short stories. They usually use animals to teach a lesson about how we should act. The stories were passed down through oral tradition and then eventually put in written form.
This book takes place during World War II. It is the story of a girl names Liesel Meminger, who lives in Germany. Liesel can’t resist stealing books. With the help of her accordion–playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids. She also shares her books with a Jewish man hidden in her basement before he is taken to a concentration camp. This is a story about the ability of books to help people have hope for the future.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
This is the story of a boy named Charlie and his life during high school. It tells about going on first dates, about family dramas, and making new friends. This book inspired a movie starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
This was the first book in the Harry Potter series. It tells first of the life Harry led with his aunt and uncle and cousin, Dudley. Then it tells how his life changed when a mysterious letter arrived with an invitation for Harry to come to an incredible place. This place would change his life forever.
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
This is the third book in the Hunger Games series. It tells about Katniss Everdeen who has survived the Hunger Games twice before. She is not safe however, as the Capitol is angry and President Snow has let it be known that Katniss, her family, and everyone in District 12 is not safe.
The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson
This is a story of a girl named Rory who moves to London, England to attend boarding school. When she arrives, a series of murders takes place there and Rory is the only one who spotted the man that the police believe is the prime suspect. Rory thinks she might be the next target unless she can find a way to find him first and solve the crime.
Trickster: Native American Tales, A Graphic Collection
There are over 30 traditional trickster tales in this book. They are drawn from a variety of Aboriginal people across North America. Trickster tales are short stories. They usually use animals to teach a lesson about how we should act. The stories were passed down through oral tradition and then eventually put in written form.