Monsters of the World

What do you call a symbolic story based on tradition, that are considered to be sacred stories that explain the world and human experiences?

• fable

• tall tale

• legend

• myth

A ______ is a story based on an actual person or event, but that events are often exaggerated to give the story or person a "larger than life" effect

• legend

• fairy tale

• myth

• parable

Which of the following would be an example of a legendary character(s)?

• Pocahontas & John Smith

• Santa Clause

• Zeus

• Medusa

What are some mythological creatures you've heard of before?

Draw a picture of a Halloween monster or mythological creature.

What do you think the word "cryptid" means?

A cryptid is term that refers to a creature whose existence has been suggested, but never given scientific credit. What would be an example of a cryptid, base on that definition?

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