Fantasy
Fantasy
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Fantasy is a genre that immerses readers in fantastical worlds, sometimes set in the past and sometimes set in the present. Often, there are talking animals, otherworldly places, and exciting adventures that take place. Readers find themselves in awe at the magic that happens when they enjoy this genre.
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
Author: C.S. Lewis
Publisher Info: Puffin Books, 1970 (Originally published by Geoffrey Bles in 1950)
Description: Set during World War II, Lucy and her three siblings go to stay at a relative's house to take refuge. There, when playing a game of hide and seek, Lucy enters the fantastical world of Narnia. Along with her siblings, she meets talking animals and snowy lands, along with the infamous White Witch and the valiant lion Aslan. The group must learn how to fight the White Witch and bring Narnia to peace once and for all.
Evaluation: This is a great fantastical novel that helps young readers immerse themselves in faraway lands. Readers walk into that magical wardrobe alongside Lucy, and they find themselves enraptured in a world of adventure, fantasy, and magic.
Usage: This novel could be used to teach readers how to use their own imaginations to create worlds of their own. Studying Lewis' creative writing tecniques could lead to students writing their own novels or short stories.
Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web
Author: E.B White
Pictures By: Garth Williams
Publisher Info: Harper & Brothers 1952, now know as HarperCollins Publishers
Description: The story is about a pig named Wilbur who is in danger of being slaughtered. His friend, a wise and kind spider named Charlotte, comes up with a plan to save him. She spins words like "Some Pig" and "Terrific" into her web to convince the humans that Wilbur is extraordinary. Her efforts work, and Wilbur is spared. In the end Charlotte's legacy lives on through her children and the life she saved.
Evaluation: This is a heartwarming children's novel that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, life, death, and the power of words. Reader's get to bring the animals to life and see what it is like from the animals' perspectives.
Usage: Teachers can use the book to encourage reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and discussions about emotions and moral choices. Its mix of imagination and real-life lessons makes it a meaningful and enjoyable story for elementary students.
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