Introduction
In this unit, you will be studying the elements of traditional fairy tales and record you observations in their "Fairy Tale Scrapbook". Through this exploration, students will learn about famous fairy tale creators such as Hans Christian Anderson and The Brothers Grimm.
Did you know that the Disney movie fairy tales that you have seen are a much newer and updated version of fairy tales from long ago? Even famous movies like "Frozen" or "Cinderella" had their beginnings as a fairy tale told in another country many years ago.
By learning about the history of fairy tales and reading some familiar ones as well as some ones you may have never read before, you will then be a fairy tale expert!
Task
With your partner, you will first read a selection (at least three) of fairy tales listed. Then, pick one of the fairy tales you read and create a fractured version of it. A fractured fairy tale is a unique take on a traditional fairy tale story. One of the most famous fractured fairy tales is The Stinky Cheese Man by Jon Scieszka.
Once you have written your fractured fairy tale (remember to use the writing checklist in your writing folder!), you will then complete a venn diagram to compare and contrast your fractured fairy tale to the original version.
Process
1. With your assigned partner first select three of the listed fairy tales to read together.
2. From the three that you have read, with your partner, decide which one you are going to rewrite as your fractured fairy tale. Be sure to think about which elements you are going to change. You can change the main character (protagonist), the villian (the antagonist), the setting, the problem, the solution, a key item or event or anything else you can think of!
3. Using your writer's checklist, work together to create your fractured fairy tale. You are welcome to either hand write your final using your nicest, neatest handwriting or type it using "pages". Be sure to include the title of the fairy tale you have decided to change!
4. Once you have turned in your final version with both partners names on it, complete the venn diagram worksheet comparing your new fairy tale to the original.
Evaluation
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1- beginning |
2- approaching |
3- Meets Expectations |
4- exceeds expectations |
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Understanding of genre |
Story is identical to original, there is no “fractured” element |
Story is primarily made up of details from the original but is on the right track. |
Story shows the traditional elements of the genre with a few creative twists. |
Story does an exemplary job showing the traditional elements of the genre but is also creative. |
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Conventions |
4 or more spelling and or grammar errors |
2 or 3 spelling and or grammar errors |
1 spelling and or grammar error |
Zero spelling and or grammar errors |
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Presentation |
Looks sloppy |
Could be nicer but on the right track |
Neat, tidy and definitely a final draft |
Presentation is thoughtful, neat and above expectations |
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Venn Diagram |
2 or less details for each section |
3 or 4 details for each section |
5 or 6 details for each section |
7 or more for each section |
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have completed the fractured fairy tale webquest. I look forward to reading your take on an old tale and hope that from this, you have gained a better understanding of the elements of a fairy tale!
Credits
vFairy tale guide: http://www-ma.beth.k12.pa.us/jhoke/jhwebquest/task.htm
vclip art: http://www.mycutegraphics.org
vFairy Tale Information: http://hca.gilead.org.il/