Introduction to traditional tales
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can name some features of a traditional tale.
Key learning points
- Traditional tales are stories that are retold again and again and can be retold in different ways
- Traditional tales often have heroes, such as the goats and villains, such as the troll
- Most traditional tales start by introducing the characters and the settings
- Traditional tales have lots of similarities
- Usually, a problem is solved by the end of the story
Keywords
Traditional tale - stories that are retold again and again in different ways that often include fictional or magical aspects
Fiction - when authors create made up stories with characters, places and adventures which did not happen in real life
Characters - a person or an animal in a story
Plot - what happens in the story
Setting - where the story takes place
Common misconception
Pupils may struggle to identify features of traditional tales independently.
Use tales that are relevant to your curriculum, including tales they already know well. If pupils know stories well, they will find it easier to make links and will find it easier to spot other similar features.
Teacher tip
Consider your cohort of children when exploring traditional tales, considering representation and familiarity. Lots of versions have been retold to represent a range of cultures and backgrounds.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What do storybooks often have in them?
Q2.Which of these words are adjectives: The mean, angry troll shouted.
Q3.What do we call the name of a book?
Q4.What is the person who draws the pictures for a book called?
Q5.Which of these are characters from the story "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"?
Q6.Which of these is a setting in the story of "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Traditional tales are always…
Q2.Order the events that take place in the story ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’.
Q3.What do traditional tales often include?
Q4.Match each key word with an example.
smallest goat
meadow
The largest goat charged at the troll.
Q5.Which of these characters is a hero?
Q6.Which of these characters is a villain?
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