Exploring the genre of 'Hansel and Gretel'
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what a fairytale is.
Key learning points
- A fairytale is a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands.
- Fairytales belong to the genre of folklore where oral stories are shared and passed down over time.
- Hansel and Gretel originated in Germany and was first recorded by the Brothers Grimm.
- Fairytales have specific features e.g. they involve magical elements and often include good vs evil.
- Anthony Browne wrote his own adaptation of 'Hansel and Gretel' and uses his illustrations to convey hidden messages.
Keywords
Fairytale - a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands
Folklore - a genre in which oral stories are shared and passed down over time
Good - refers to characters that are considered moral and kind
Evil - refers to characters that are considered extremely immoral, wicked or wrong
Features - a distinctive characteristic or aspect of something
Common misconception
Children might think that because fairytales are magical they never touch on serious or dark topics.
Fairytales are stories that have been passed down through generations and often have deeper meanings related to serious topics.
Teacher tip
Explore the genre of folklore and how it has been present in cultures around the world contributing to the passing down of stories and adaptations to them.
Equipment
You need a copy of the 1981 Walker Books Ltd edition of 'Hansel and Gretel' by Anthony Browne.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of upsetting content
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
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