1. Fiction Genres in the Library
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2. table of contents
Lesson 1: introduce the concept of genre and the first genre you will be studying, realistic fiction...slide 3
Objective: Students will be able to identify elements of the realistic fiction genre.
Lesson 2: introduce science fiction…slide 11
Objective: Students will be able to identify elements of the science fiction genre.
Lesson 3: introduce historical fiction…slide 18
Objective: Students will be able to identify elements of the historical fiction genre.
Lesson 4: introduce mystery…slide 25
Objective: Students will be able to identify elements of the mystery genre.
Lesson 5: introduce fantasy…slide 32
Objective: Students will be able to identify elements of the fantasy genre.
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3. Lesson 1: Genre and Realistic Fiction
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4. What is a fiction genre? A special category or type of fiction book
Books in a genre have similar elements or features that make them different from other genres
As a reader, it’s important to think about these special elements as we read a new genre
In our library, the fiction section is sorted by genre. Each different genre has a 4 letter code and color sticker to show us what it is.
For example, REAListic fiction is REAL and has a yellow sticker. FANTasy books say FANT on the spine label and have a light purple sticker. Funny books say HUMR on the spine label and have a hot pink sticker.
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5. What is realistic fiction?
A type of fiction book that is made up by the author but could really happen.
Elements of realistic fiction:
Setting is believable and in the present
Characters are made up but believable
Problem could really happen
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6. example
Insert image or text of the book you will read as an example of this genre. I have used The Dot by Peter Reynolds, Bink and Gollie by Kate DiCamillo, excerpts from The Pain and the Great One by Judy Blume and Stink books by Megan McDonald.
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7. realistic fiction books
The Pain and the Great One series
by Judy Blume
Have you read any realistic fiction books? Look for books with the YELLOW sticker.
Frindle
by Andrew Clements
Ramona series
By Beverly Cleary
Stink and Judy Moody series 
by Megan McDonald
I can’t add images of book covers here due to copyright but you could insert images for added interest. Another option would be to display the books for students and refer to them as you talk about books they have read in this genre.
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst
Because of Winn Dixie
By Kate DiCamillo
Ivy and Bean series
by Annie Barrows
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8. Lesson 2: Science Fiction
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9. What is science fiction?
A genre of fiction that includes scientific fact and technology. Science fiction is sometimes called sci-fi.
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10. elements of science fiction
Mix of scientific fact and fantasy
Based on science and technology
Space (aliens, other planets, outer space)
Time travel (going to the future or the past)
Mad scientists
Robots
Often set in the future or on another planet
Author asks “what if” questions
What if there was life on Mars?
What if there were aliens on Earth?
What if we could live in outer space?
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11. Zathura by Chris Van Allsburg
example
Zathura by Chris Van Allsburg
Insert image or text of the book you will read as an example of this genre.
I have used It Came from Outer Space by Tony Bradman, chapters from The Zack Files and Weird Planet series by Dan Greenburg, and Zathura by Chris Van Allsburg.
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12. other science fiction books
Have you read any science fiction books?
The Zack Files Series
By Dan Greenburg
Ricky Ricotta series
By Dav Pilkey
I can’t add images of book covers here due to copyright but you could insert images of science fiction books in your library for added interest. Another option would be to display the books for students and refer to them as you talk about books in this genre.
Weird Planet series
By Dan Greenburg
Hedgie Blasts off!
By Jan Brett
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13. Lesson 3: Historical Fiction
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14. What is historical fiction?
A type of fiction book that takes places during a real period in history.
Elements of historical fiction:
The story, setting, and the characters are authentic
Can include real historical events
Some characters might be real people from history
-ask students for examples of historical time periods
-explain what authentic means. I like to use technology as an example and ask the kids if it would fit to have a character who came to America on the Mayflower have a cell phone/iPad/computer
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15. example
Historical fiction readers look for clues about the time period when a book takes place. Look for clues that tell us when this story takes place while you watch the book trailers.
Insert image or text of the book you will read as an example of this genre. I have used The Black Blizzard by Candice Ransom, Sleds on Boston Common by Louise Borden, and Players in Pigtails by Shana Corey. You could also read from a chapter book like Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan.
Crispin: The Cross of Lead by Avi
Henry’s Freedom Box by Ellen Levine
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16. How does this book fit with what you know about historical fiction?
turn and talk
Did you see or hear any clues about the time period when this story takes place?
How does this book fit with what you know about historical fiction?
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17. historical fiction books
Sam the Minuteman
by Nathaniel Benchley
Have you read any historical fiction books?
I Survived Series
by Lauren Tarshis
Sarah, Plain and Tall 
by Patricia MacLachlan
I can’t add images of book covers here due to copyright but you could insert images for added interest. Another option would be to display the books for students and refer to them as you talk about books they have read in this genre.
Sky Boys: How they Built the Empire State Building by Deborah Hopkinson
The Other Side
by Jacqueline Woodson
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18. Lesson 4: Mystery
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19. What is a mystery?
A type of fiction book that has a mysterious or puzzling event that must be solved.
Elements of a mystery:
A puzzle to solve - a crime, a missing object or person, a secret
Detective or sleuth - the person who is trying to solve the mystery
Clues - hints that help solve the mystery
Red Herrings – false clues to trick the detective
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20. example
When we are reading this book, think like a detective and look for clues that tell you this book is a mystery.
Insert image or text of the book you will read as an example of this genre. I have used Inspector Hopper by Doug Cushman, What Happened to the Big, Bad Wolf by Eileen Christelow, and Young Cam Jansen or Bones by David A. Adler
The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart
Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds by David A. Adler
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
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21. Which elements of a mystery did you notice?
a puzzle or mystery to solve?
a detective?
clues?
Were there any false clues or red herrings?
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22. mystery books What mysteries have you read?
A to Z Mysteries By Ron Roy
Nancy Drew Series
By Carolyn Keene
Nate the Great series
by Marjorie Sharmat
Museum Mysteries Series
By Steven Brezenoff
The Boxcar Children
By Gertrude Chandler Warner
I can’t add images of book covers here due to copyright but you could insert images for added interest. Another option would be to display the books for students and refer to them as you talk about books they have read in this genre.
Cam Jansen Series
by David Adler
Jigsaw Jones series 
By James Preller
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23. Lesson 5: Fantasy
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24. What is fantasy?
A type of fiction book that has impossible elements like magical places or talking animals.
Fantasy books can have:
Characters or things that use magic
Main events that could never happen in real life
talking animals or talking objects
fantastic or mythical creatures
fantastic places or magical worlds
themes of good versus evil
ask students if they can think of any mythical/magical creatures and fantasy worlds from books they have read (Droon, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Oz)
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25. example The Witches by Roald Dahl
Insert an image of the book you are reading.
I have used chapters from fantasy books like the Secrets of Droon by Tony Abbott, The Magic Finger by Roald Dahl, early readers like Good Night Good Knight by Shelley Moore Thomas and Jennifer Plecas, picture books such as The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch, Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak, The Frog Prince, Continued by Jon Scieszka, and Jumanji by Chris Van Allsburg
The Witches by Roald Dahl
The Neverending Story by Michael Ende
The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
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26. fantasy books What books have you read from the fantasy genre?
Magic Tree House Series
by Mary Pope Osborne
What books have you read from the fantasy genre?
How to Train Your Dragon series
By Cressida Cowell
Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling
I can’t add images of book covers here due to copyright but you could insert images for added interest. Another option would be to display the books for students and refer to them as you talk about books they have read in this genre.
James and the Giant Peach, Matilda, The Magic Finger, The BFG by Roald Dahl
Alice In Wonderland
By Al Dempster
The Tale of Despereaux
By Kate DiCamillo
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