What Makes a Fairy Tale a Fairy Tale?Learning About the Genre of Fairy TalesThe Elements of a Fairy TaleWhat is it that makes a story a fairy tale?As with folktales, fairy tales have an oral tradition, and they usually take place "long ago." There are several elements present in most of these stories, however, that identify them as part of the genre of fairy tales:
~ Links to Learning ~Use these links to further explore the world of fairy tales.Fairy Tale Internet Project Student showcase for the Fairy Tale Project we joined Elements of a Fairy Tale Chart A printable chart to use when looking for elements in stories Elements of a Fairy Tale Be sure to check out all the pages here! Fairy Tale Unit Loads of great ideas! The treasure chest idea for introducing this genre is fabulous! Fairy Tale Elements Play the "Guess That Fairy Tale" game! Fairy Tales Many mini units on various tales and lots more ideas! Teachers will really like this site! Fairy Tale Theme from abcteach Fairy Tale Links Fairy Tale Webquests Fairy Tales from Childhood Reading Some beautiful illustrations in this sampling of fairy tales Fairy Tales on the Web from Children's Literature Nook Myths, Folktales, and Fairy Tales Scholastic has put together some wonderful resources. Students can also publish their stories online. Old Time Fairy Tales Enjoy some music as you read some classic fairy tales. Also included are many fables. Surfing the Net with Kids: Fairy Tales and Fables Hans Christian Andersen Stories Read all of Andersen's great fairy tales online! Andersen Fairy Tales - animated flash Grimms' Fairy Tales at National Geographic This introduction is fantastic, but you may experience problems accessing the next page. If you do, come back and click here. Note to Teachers and Parents:This is an incredible site - children can choose the elements they want in the stories they choose to read or have read to them (audio available on some). BE WARNED, however, these are unabridged original versions, and do not necessarily have happy endings! Adult previewing recommended. Back to our Castles and Fairy Tales page To our classroom site Window to Our World Some images by Graphic Garden |