Students will learn to identify and analyze the elements of folktales and fables, including themes, morals, and cultural significance. This skill is important for comprehension and understanding the diversity of cultural traditions.
Folktales and fables are types of literature that have been around for centuries. These stories often involve talking animals or magical events, and they are usually passed down from generation to generation through oral tradition or storytelling.
What are folktales and fables?
*Types of literature; Types of animals; Types of magic.
Folktales are stories that reflect the customs, beliefs, and traditions of a particular culture or region. They often teach a lesson or offer insight into the values and morals of a society.
What do folktales reflect?
*Customs, beliefs, and traditions; History of a society; Religion of a society.
Fables, on the other hand, are stories that teach a moral lesson, often through the use of animal characters that have human-like qualities. They are meant to provide a clear and simple lesson that readers can apply to their own lives.
What do fables teach?
*Moral lessons; Scientific lessons; Historical lessons.
Many famous fables have been passed down through the ages, such as "The Tortoise and the Hare," "The Boy Who Cried Wolf," and "The Ant and the Grasshopper." These stories are still relevant today and continue to be enjoyed by people of all ages.
What are some famous fables?
*The Tortoise and the Hare; The Lion King; Harry Potter.