The Genres
What is a genre? A category of literature or non-fiction Each genre has its own unique style, form, and content
How many can you name?
Fiction (Stories)
Types of fiction Short stories Novels Novellas Fables Fairytales Folktales Legend Mystery Myth Horror Science Fiction Realistic Fiction Historical Fiction
Terms for Fiction Plot Conflict Character Theme Setting Point of View
Poetry Sonnet Ode Limerick Haiku Epic Lyric Acrostic Shape
Terms for Poetry Form Line Stanza Rhythm Rhyme
Terms for Drama Plot Characters Act Scene Dialogue Stage directions
Nonfiction
Types of Nonfiction Autobiography Biography Memoir Personal Narrative Essay Speech Letter Diary News Article Textbook Reference Article Consumer Documents
Terms for Nonfiction Purpose Organization Main Idea Text Features
Media
Types of Media Websites News media Film TV shows Advertising
Terms for Media Medium Message Target Audience