| A | B |
|---|
| realistic fiction | stories that could really happen; set in modern time |
| historical fiction | stories that take place in a certain time/place in the past; real historical figures and settings may be included |
| folklore | stories people told one another over the years that are now written down |
| fantasy | elements that are not real; characters with magical powers |
| fairy tales | starting with once upon a time; problem and solution |
| mystery | real setting and a problem to be solved; includes clues and an answer to the problem |
| science fiction | blends fact and fiction; futuristic technology |
| adventure | roller coaster ride; there must be a villain |
| poetry | often uses ryhme; can be free verse |
| drama | written to be performed on stage; scenes, diaologue,and stage directions |
| western | old west; good vs evil |
| fan fiction | about characters or settings written by fans of the original work |
| romance | central love story; emotionally satisfying and optimistic |
