Genre Types
This genre often features magic, talking animals, and wizards
What is FANTASY
What kind of genre best describes the Harry Potter series?
Fantasy or Coming-of-age
Who wrote the books Oh the Places You'll Go, Green Eggs and Ham, and Horton Hears a Who?
Dr. Seuss
How would you describe something in the adventure genre?
Usually includes a quest, journey, or mission ; may include danger or unusual locations, the main character is usually a hero
This genre usually involves a person who is investigating something puzzling or needs to solve something.
What is MYSTERY
What kind of genre best describes the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series
Humor or realistic fiction
Who wrote Where the Wild Things Are?
Maurice Sendak
How would you best describe the fantasy genre?
There is usually mythological or supernatural beings and races other than humans (goblins, orcs, etc.) ; there is usually magic ; talking animals
This type of genre may take place out west, involve cowboys/cowgirls, and horses.
What is a WESTERN
What kind of genre best describes the Star Wars series?
What is science fiction
Who wrote the books Whistle for Willie and the Snowy Day?
Ezra Jack Keats
How would you best describe the horror genre?
Creates a sense of fear or suspense ; can involve the supernatural (vampires, ghosts, etc.)
This type of genre can have spine-tingling plots, suspense, and can leave the reader on the edge of his/her seat or cowering in fear.
What is HORROR
What kind of genre best describes the Percy Jackson series?
What is Fantasy
Who wrote the Harry Potter series?
JK Rowling
How would you best describe the humor genre?
Makes the reader laugh, the purpose is to amuse or poke fun of
What is SCIENCE FICTION
What genre would best describe the story, "The Golden Arm"?
Scary or horror
What is the name of the book all Westover Hills students will read?
Friendship According to Humphrey
How would you best describe the science fiction genre?
Usually involves advanced science and technology ; takes place in space or in the future ; involves alien life