- Genre is a French word that means "type" or "category."
- It is how books are classified and is based on shared characteristics.
- Knowing the difference between genres is important because it helps readers find books they enjoy and understand the expectations for story elements like setting, characters, and plot.
- My three favorite genres are: [Student to fill in, e.g., Fantasy, Mystery, Science Fiction]
- There are four main genres: Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Drama.
- Some common subgenres of each genre are:
- Fiction: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Science Fiction
- Nonfiction: Biography, Autobiography, History, Self-help
- Poetry: Sonnet, Haiku, Free Verse, Limerick
- Drama: Tragedy, Comedy, Musical, Historical Play
- Genre Comparison (Venn Diagram): [Student to choose two genres and list at least three unique characteristics in each outer circle and shared characteristics in the overlapping section. Example: Comparing Fantasy and Science Fiction — Fantasy: magic, mythical creatures, alternate worlds; Science Fiction: advanced technology, space travel, futuristic settings; Shared: imaginative worlds, exploration of societal themes, often includes heroes.]
- Genre Examples: [Student to list one or two book titles for each of the four main genres, e.g., Fiction: Harry Potter; Nonfiction: The Diary of Anne Frank; Poetry: Where the Sidewalk Ends; Drama: Romeo and Juliet]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of literary genre worksheet.
