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Narrative Genres Exploration

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Narrative Genres Exploration

Books representing different narrative genres

📚 Part 1: Genre Features — Matching & Sorting

A genre is a type or category of story. Each genre has its own special features that make it unique.

1. Match each feature to the correct genre by writing the genre name on the line. Choose from: Fairy Tale, Adventure, Science Fiction, Māori Pūrākau
Magic spells and enchanted objects
Robots, spaceships, and future technology
A brave hero on a dangerous journey
Whānau, atua (gods), and the natural world
"Once upon a time..." opening
Ancestors and oral storytelling traditions
Genre: _____________________
Genre: _____________________
Genre: _____________________
Genre: _____________________
Genre: _____________________
Genre: _____________________
2. Which TWO genres often include a hero who must overcome a challenge? Tick all that apply.

Fairy Tale

Adventure

Science Fiction

Māori Pūrākau

3. Which genre is most likely to be set in outer space or the distant future?

Fairy Tale

Adventure

Science Fiction

Māori Pūrākau

4. What makes Māori pūrākau different from the other three genres? Circle ONE key feature.

They always have a villain

They are passed down through oral tradition and connect to Māori culture and identity

They are always set in the future

They must include a dragon

✏️ Part 2: Comparing Genres

5. Name ONE thing that Fairy Tales and Māori Pūrākau have in common.
6. How is Science Fiction different from Adventure stories? Write one or two sentences.
7. Think about the genre features you have explored. Complete the sentence:

All four genres are similar because they all __________________________________________ and have a __________________________________________ at the centre of the story.

🌟 Part 3: My Genre Reflection

Think carefully about the four genres. Which one interests you the most? Use the questions below to share your thoughts.

8. My preferred genre is:

Fairy Tale

Adventure

Science Fiction

Māori Pūrākau

9. Give TWO reasons why you chose this genre. You might think about your interests, your culture, or stories you already enjoy.

Reason 1:

Reason 2:

10. In the box below, draw a quick sketch of a scene or character from your chosen genre. Label your drawing.

💡 Sentence starter if you need help: "I chose __________ because I enjoy stories that..."

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