Making Meaning from Stories · Spring Term

Exploring Different Genres: Fairy Tales

Introduction to the common elements and characteristics of fairy tales.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze the common features found in most fairy tales.
  2. Compare a traditional fairy tale with a modern retelling.
  3. Design a new ending for a familiar fairy tale.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Purpose and GenreNCCA: Primary - Appreciation of Language
Class/Year: Junior Infants
Subject: Foundations of Language and Literacy
Unit: Making Meaning from Stories
Period: Spring Term

Suggested Methodologies

Role Play

Students embody historical or fictional characters

25–50 min

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Gallery Walk

Create displays, rotate and critique

30–50 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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