FAIRY TALE ELEMENTS

Fairy Tales: Told from one person to another – stories that were spoken. (oral tradition)

Most fairy tales begin with: “Once upon a time…” OR “Long ago…”

The setting is a place far away.

There is a brave and good main character.

There is a bad character.

There is magic!

There is often the number 3 or 7 in the story.

The good character solves the problem.

There is a happy ending. … And they lived happily ever after!

Review of Fairytale Features: Do NOT need to include fairies. Do NOT need to include fairies. Include fantasy, supernatural or make-believe aspects. Include fantasy, supernatural or make-believe aspects. Involves magic elements, which may be magical people, animals, or objects. Involves magic elements, which may be magical people, animals, or objects. Magic may be positive or negative. Usually teach a lesson or demonstrate values important to the culture. Usually teach a lesson or demonstrate values important to the culture.