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Title:
| Writing: Science Fiction and Fantasy for Elementary Students |
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Description:
| These sites are about the genre of science fiction writing. Includes reading lists of recommended books for children. There are links to eThemes resources on various books that are in the genre of science fiction and fantasy. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5, 6 |
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Resource Links:
| Science Fiction Favorites
Reading for the Future has collected a number of reading lists for children of various ages.
Ray Bradbury Online
Learn more about an award-winning science fiction writer. Click on "Biography" to read about his life. Includes a list of his books with descriptions.
Fiction Genre
Read definitions for different genres, including science fiction and fantasy.
Graphing
Print out this page and have students make a chart of the number of books they have read in the different types of genres.
ThinkQuest: Fantastic Fantasy
This website is all about the fantasy genre. There is information about popular fantasy books, authors, and creatures.
Write a Review
Write a review of your favorite fantasy or science fiction book and it will be published on this website.
eThemes Resource: Literature: "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis
These sites are about the book "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" from the Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis. Learn about the make-believe world called Narnia and its creatures. There are also biographies on the author and lesson plans with suggested class activities. An eThemes Resource on writing fiction is included.
eThemes Resource: Literature: "The Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum
These sites are about the book "The Wizard of Oz" and the 1939 movie by MGM. Includes information on author L. Frank Baum, literature guides, lesson plans, vocabulary words, and discussion questions. Read the entire book online and download the movie script. Play online games about the book.
eThemes Resource: Literature: "Harry Potter" Books by J.K. Rowling
Learn more about the "Harry Potter" books and author J.K. Rowling. There are many interactive quizzes and games. There is a site where students can be sorted into the Hogwarts houses. Also, view the book covers as they appear in other countries.
eThemes Resource: Literature: "Artemis Fowl" Series by Eoin Colfer
These sites are about the "Artemis Fowl" books and author Eoin Colfer. Includes quizzes, games, and book reviews. Also includes websites with information about trolls, fairies, and other magical creatures.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.2, 2.1, 2.5, 2, 4
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