1. Fable
Narrative Writing

2. What is a Fable? A fictitious story or tale that:
features animals which are anthropomorphized (given human qualities)
Illustrates a moral lesson (a “moral”)
Usually expressed directly in a short statement
What is a Fable?
Formal Definition

3. “To speak a little story”
Comes from the Latin “fabula” – a story
Derived from “fari” – to speak
“ula” suffix – little
“To speak a little story”
(How cute)
Etymology

4. Fable Authors Known as a “fabulist”
The word “fabulous” pertains to fables, but has come to mean “outstanding” or “excellent”
You are all about to become FABULOUS FABULISTS
Fable Authors

5. Elements Animal characters with human characteristics
A setting and situation
A problem or dilemma, usually caused by a character trait or weakness
A resolution
A clear moral or lesson at the end of the story, usually directly stated
Elements

6. History One of the most enduring art forms
Found in almost every country or culture
Aesop’s Fables are some of the most well known and are attributed to a Greek slave in 550 B.C.
Still used in modern times as a popular form of entertainment and moral questioning
History

7. Use the chart provided to brainstorm how Animal Farm fits each aspect of a Fable
Bullet Points are fine
Then, read the fables provided with your table groups and choose two to complete using the chart.
Activity