ELA BOOK CHALLENGE
Non-Fiction Non-Fiction = writing that is not fiction; form of writing that deals with real people and events rather than imaginary ones. All of the information is based on true facts. World Book Student. World Book, 2014 Web. 12 Mar
Non-Fiction
Biography/memoir Biography = the written story of a person’s life. World Book Student. World Book, 2014 Web. 3 Oct
Biography/memoir
Realistic Fiction Realistic Fiction = Modern fiction that deals with serious problems and situations highlights social or personal issues mirrors contemporary life falling in love, finding a job, divorce, alcoholism, etc. depicts our world and our society What Is Realistic Fiction? Education Portal, Web. 01 Oct
Realistic Fiction
Historical Fiction Historical Fiction = Stories which take place in a particular time period in the past. Often the basic setting is real, but the characters are fictional.
Historical Fiction
Fantasy Fiction Fantasy Fiction = contains elements that are NOT realistic, such as talking animals, magical powers, etc. Make-believe is what this genre is all about.
Fantasy Fiction
Mystery Fiction Mystery Fiction = stories, usually realistic, about a mysterious event which is not explained or a crime that is not solved until the end of the story to keep the reader in suspense.
Mystery Fiction
Science Fiction SciFi = Stories which include futuristic technology; a blend of scientific fact and fictional elements.
Science Fiction
Graphic Novels Graphic Novel = book-length story that combines pictures and text. Graphic novels resemble comic books but are typically much longer. Yezzi, David. "Graphic novel." World Book Student. World Book, Web. 3 Oct
Graphic Novels
Poetry Poetry = a type of literature in which the sound and meaning of language are combined to create ideas and feelings. Diehl, Paul B. "Poetry." World Book Student. World Book, Web. 3 Oct
Poetry
Presentation created by Mrs. Moelbert, 10/2014