1. Fairytales, Folktales, Myths and Legends A ride through the genres… Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

2. Folktales Folktales are short stories that come from oral tradition, and have to do with everyday life. Characters can be human or animals with human characteristics. Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

3. Examples of Folktales Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

4. Fairytales Fairy Tales are a type of folktale. Fairytales always involve elements of magic, as well as good triumphing over evil. Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

5. Example of Fairytales Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

6. Myths Myths are symbolic tales of the distant, timeless past, believed to be true and sacred, with humans demonstrating extra- human or heroic characteristics. Myths explain phenomenon (something extraordinary). Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

7. Example of Myths Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

8. Legends Legends focus on individuals and their accomplishments and involve a high degree of exaggeration and humor (typically). Legends are often told as if they were a historic event. Many times they are considered to be based on distorted facts. Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair

9. Example of Legends Created by Maggie Holland and Elizabeth Pair