1. What is Oral Tradition? Greyling pg.9-15 Response Entries
Characteristics of
Folk Literature
Tales and wise sayings passed on by word of mouth from generation to generation
Important because they contain truth or lesson.
Includes: folktales, fables, myths, legends, folk songs, and fairy tales
Write the question and answer.
What elements of poetry are found in this story? (pg.552)
Find an example where the “Rule of 3” is prominent in this folktale?
Do you agree that Greyling belongs in the sea? Explain.
Should the fisherman and his wife have kept Greyling from the sea?
What main idea about parents and children does this tale present?

2. Model: The Three Wishes pg.935-938 Independent: Critical Thinking Q’s
Universal Theme and Stylistic Elements Literature Textbook pg Response Entries
A universal theme is a message about life that is found in traditional and classical literature from various cultures.
Ex: power of love, danger of greed
Stylistic Elements
A magic helper: a character with special powers. May help the main character learn a lesson.
The rule of 3: a trio of elements moves the plot to reveal an important message.
Model: The Three Wishes pg
Paired: The Stone pg
Independent: Critical Thinking Q’s
How does Maibon get the stone? Why does Maibon choose the stone over all the other gifts?
What happens when Maibon tries to throw away the stone? What new belief does Maibon have that finally allows him to rid himself of the stone?
What lesson is Doli trying to teach Maibon when he says that the stones are greatly overrated?
What universal theme is revealed in the folk tale after Doli explains why the stone would not go away?
How does the stylistic element of a magic helper reveal the theme?

3. Cinderella Fairy Tale Objective: analyze and compare classic fairy tale across various cultures
Fairy Tale Checklist
Exposition
Rising Action Events: 1, 2, 3
Climax
Falling Action Events: 1 & 2
Dénouement
Magic Helper
Rule of 3
Universal Theme

4. Venn Diagram 1.____ 2.____ 3.____ Main Character Main Character
Title #1:__________________
Title #2:__________________
Main Character
Setting
Problem
Solution
Magic Helper
Rule of 3
Theme
Main Character
Setting
Problem
Solution
Magic Helper
Rule of 3
Theme
1.____
2.____
3.____

5. Cinderella Book Activity
Fairy Tale Rubric
Cover Page: Title
5 pts
Elements of Plot
40 pts
At least 4 pages (front and back)
10 pts
Back Cover with synopsis & theme
Creativity
15 pts
Illustrations
Presentation
Read both versions of the Cinderella story.
Create a plot diagram for both stories.
After reading, complete a Venn diagram to compare two stories.
PROJECT: Use your knowledge of plot and traditional literature to create your OWN version of Cinderella. Using the rubric.

6. At least 4 pages (front and back)
Plot Element
Front Cover
Title, Illustration, Author’s name 1.
Exposition 2.
Rising Action #1 3.
Rising Action #2 4.
Rising Action #3 5.
Climax (include magic helper and rule of three) 6.
Falling Action #1 7.
Falling Action #2 8.
Denouement
Back Cover
Synopsis and Theme
Fairy Tale Rubric
Cover Page: Title
5 pts
Elements of Plot
40 pts
At least 4 pages (front and back)
10 pts
Back Cover with synopsis & theme
Creativity
15 pts
Illustrations
Presentation
*Alternative Assignment: Read Textbook pg On a separate piece of paper, Answer questions #1-4 on pg.920 and questions #1-3 on pg.928.