Exploring Folk and Author Fairy Tales
Exploring Folk and Author Fairy Tales
What do you already know about fairy tales?
Learning Objectives
At the end of the lesson you will: - Know about folk and author fairy tales - Compare characters - Identify story structure - Develop imagination, thinking, and speaking skills.
What Are Fairy Tales?
Fairy tales are stories that use imagination and often include magical elements and lessons. They are popular all over the world.
Folk Tales vs. Author Tales
Passed down by people, no single author, reflect culture and tradition.
Written by specific writers, often have known authors, can include new ideas and styles.
Author Tales
Folk Tales
Comparing Characters
Characters can be similar or different in folk and author tales. Let’s look for brave, kind, or clever heroes and compare them.
Story Structure
Every fairy tale has a beginning, development, and ending. Try to find these three parts in your favourite story.
Let’s Practise Together
Listen to or read a short fairy tale. Identify if it’s a folk or author tale. Spot the beginning, development, and ending.
Reflection
How did your imagination help you today? Can you create your own fairy tale ending?
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.