Genre Comparison Chart
Genre Comparison Chart
Directions: Using the topic materials and your own research, complete each section of the chart.
Part 1: Children's Literature Genres
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Genre Description (In 1-2 sentences summarize the genre and its specific characteristics.)
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Book/Story Examples (List at least two kindergarten to Grade 5 books or stories representative of the genre including the grade level and book/story title. One of the books/stories should be a multicultural selection.) |
State Standards (List one state content area standard that describes the specific content to be taught about the genre/genre characteristics in kindergarten through Grade 5.) |
Activities (In 1-2 sentences summarize one activity that could be implemented with students when studying the genre. Indicate the state standard to which the activity aligns.)
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Adventure |
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Biography |
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Drama |
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Fantasy |
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Folktales, Fables, and Fairy Tales |
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Narrative |
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Nursery Rhymes |
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Mystery |
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Poetry |
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Part 2: Adolescent Literature Genres
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Genre Description (In 1-2 sentences summarize the genre and its specific characteristics.)
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Book/Story Examples (List at least two Grades 6-12 books or stories representative of the genre including the grade level and book/story title. One of the books/stories should be a multicultural selection.) |
State Standards (List one state content area standard that describes the specific content to be taught about the genre/genre characteristics in Grades 6-12.
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Activities (In 1-2 sentences summarize one activity that could be implemented with students when studying the genre. Indicate the state standard to which the activity aligns.)
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Autobiography |
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Graphic Novels |
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Historical and Science Fiction |
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Horror |
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Humor |
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Legends |
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Mythology |
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Narratives |
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Plays |
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Realistic Fiction |
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Short Stories |
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