1. Genre

2. What is Genre? A category into which a type of literature is divided

3. Non-fiction Writing that tells about real people, places, and events Types of non-fiction – biography, auto-biography, essay, informative article, interview

4. Fantasy Includes at least one fantastic or unreal element possible for you to imagine the impossible imaginative settings, fantastic details, imaginary creatures or impossible events "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian"

5. Science Fiction details of setting include descriptions of technology seems fantastic but possible vivid details tell you how a place looks and feels characters described in detail details help you compare and contrast the story with what you know about life on earth

6. Mystery Plots have elements of suspense or danger Detective, either amateur or pro, solves a crime "Nancy Drew"

7. Realistic Fiction Writing set in the real, modern world Plot, settings, and characters reflect those found in real life Characters use ordinary human abilities to cope with problems and conflicts typical of the modern world "Because of Winn-Dixie"

8. Adventure Characters are placed in extreme, dangerous situations and must figure out how to escape "Eight Below"

9. Classical A widely read novel marking a turning point in history

10. Historical Fiction Fiction that is set in the past Historical setting is an important part of story Characters, actions, dialogue, beliefs, and values are true to the historical time period "Kit Kittredge: An American Girl"

11. Folklore The stories of a people that have been passed down from generation to generation orally or as written tales. Shows the values and beliefs of a culture. Discusses human problems and solutions, morals and values, and contributions of different cultures to our own society.