Fiction vs. Nonfiction
In order to participate in literary analysis throughout the school year, students must be able to identify writing as fiction or nonfiction. This unit will equip students with the tools to do just that.
OBJECTIVE
The students will:
- Identify the elements of fiction as applied to a short story.
- Identify the criteria necessary in a nonfiction piece.
- Distinguish the author's purpose in expository text.
LESSONS FOR THIS UNIT
Lesson 1: Finding Fiction
Lesson 2: Nonfiction is "No Nonsense"
REPRODUCIBLES
Traits of Nonfiction (PDF)
Expository Essay Rubric (PDF)
Traits of Fiction (PDF)
Story Map (PDF)
CULMINATING ACTIVITY
Publishing a Piece of Nonfiction
Students will choose a topic, do research as necessary, and participate in an online writing workshop to prepare for writing an expository piece. This essay will be persuasive in nature and on a topic chosen by the student or suggested by the teacher.
SUPPORTING BOOKS
Books for Teaching Genre Identification
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Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane
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Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane
by Suzanne CollinsIn Book two of the Underland Chronicles, Gregor has been called by the prophecy to face Bane, who threatens to throw the Underland into chaos and war. Gregor must save the Underland, defeat Bane, and keep his beloved sister from harm's way.
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Page Turners
This imaginative story promotes the power of family and the rewards of struggle.
Hardcover Book | Grades 4-7
Grades 4-7 $16.95
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Boy
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Boy
by James Mayhew and James MayhewBoy doesn't want to share with his mother and father, so he goes out on his own, away from his cave. But it turns out the wild animals don't want to share with him! You and your child will discover a rich adventure that you can share together, time and time again.
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Developmental Edge
The character learns about sharing and family during his exploration of the outside world.
Hardcover Book | Grade Pre-K
Grade Pre-K $15.95
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