| A | B |
| A fictional story that takes place in the past. | Historical fiction |
| Stories that are passed down through generations | Folk tales or legends |
| Stories that include elements that are impossible such as talking animals or magical powers | Fantasy |
| A suspenseful story that is not solved until the end of the story. | Mystery |
| A story that could happen in real life. | Realistic fiction |
| A type of fantasy that uses science and technology. | Science Fiction |
| A story that is set in the real world but where events are 'far fetched'. | Adventure |
| Rhythm and rhyme are often used to help show meaning. | Poetry |