Genres
This story is not true but COULD really happen in reality
What is Realistic Fiction?
Story written about someone’s life by someone else.
What is a Biography
A short nonfiction story in which the writer shares a personal experience and reflects on its meaning
Writing based on facts, real people, and true events
What is Non-Fiction
Story that is not true, written about a period of history
What is Historical Fiction
Story written by someone about their own life
What is an Autobiography or Memoir
aims to provide an immersive experience for the reader by using sensory descriptors
What is Descriptive Essay
A traditional story passed down by word of mouth to teach lessons or explain beliefs
What is Folktale or Folklore
Story with a future-based plot includes scientific theory such as aliens and space.
What is Science Fiction
written with the intention to instruct its readers on solving personal problems
What is Self-Help writing
aim to convince the reader of a particular point of view or argument
What is Persuasive Essay
A story set in an imaginary world with magical elements
What is Fantasy
uses literary styles and techniques to create factually accurate narratives
looks at things like setting, characters, themes, and figurative language
What is Literary Analysis
Writing that uses rhythm, sound, and vivid language to express ideas or emotions
What is Poetry?
A type of story set in a society that is frightening, oppressive, or nightmarishly controlled, often in the future
What is Dystopian Fiction
A short piece of writing that shares a person’s ideas, opinions, or arguments about a topic
What is an Essay
focuses on obtaining information and analyzing gathered data or content
What is Expository Essay