Help students develop their imaginations and creative writing skills by exploring the elements of creature creation in fantasy literature.
Creating Magical Creatures
Fantasy literature is full of amazing and magical creatures. These creatures can be anything the writers can think of. Creating such creatures is a wonderful and imaginative task.
What is fantasy literature?
*Imaginative; Practical; Logical
Fantasy literature often includes magical creatures that interact with humans or other animals. These creatures can be characterized by their appearance, habits, and abilities.
What is the role of magical creatures in fantasy literature?
*Interact; Fight; Ignore
To create a magical creature, you need to consider many factors, such as its habitat, diet, and behavior. You also need to think of a unique and memorable name for your creature.
What are the factors to consider when creating a magical creature?
*Habitat, diet, behavior; Age, gender, race; Hobbies, likes, dislikes
When designing your creature, you can start with a sketch of its appearance. Consider the creature's size, shape, and physical attributes. Then, you can finalize the details and create a description of your creature.
What is the first step in designing a magical creature?
*Sketch its appearance; Write its biography; Choose its name
Magical creatures can range from friendly and helpful to dangerous and evil. Make sure to create a backstory and motivation for your creature, so readers understand its actions and intentions.
Why is it important to create a backstory for your creature?
*So readers understand its actions and intentions; So it appears mysterious; So it is easier to write.
Creating a magical creature can be a fun and rewarding activity. Just let your imagination run wild, and you'll be surprised at what you can come up with.