Stretch’s New Bicycle

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of fables, highlighting their characteristics such as being short stories with animal characters that teach moral lessons. He shares his experience of camping and his daughters' love for fables. The video guides viewers through brainstorming a fable, selecting morals, characters, and setting, and writing a draft. The fable 'Stretch and Speckled' is created, focusing on honesty. The video also covers editing and proofreading, emphasizing grammar and punctuation. Finally, Mr. Griot encourages viewers to write their own fables.

What is a key characteristic of a fable?

• It is a long story with multiple chapters.

• It is based on true events.

• It always features human characters.

• It conveys a moral lesson.

Which moral was chosen for the new fable?

• Those who try to please everybody, please nobody.

• Everyone is more or less in charge of their own life.

• Actions speak louder than words.

• Honesty is the best policy.

What animals were chosen as characters for the fable?

• Lions

• Giraffes

• Elephants

• Monkeys

What happens to Stretch's bicycle in the fable?

• It gets a flat tire.

• It gets scratched.

• It gets a new paint job.

• It gets stolen.

What does Speckled do after scratching the bike?

• He buys a new bike.

• He immediately tells the truth.

• He hides the bike.

• He lies about the scratch.

What is the purpose of editing the fable?

• To improve the plot.

• To add more characters.

• To change the moral lesson.

• To correct grammar and punctuation.

What is the final step after editing the fable?

• Sharing it with friends.

• Publishing it online.

• Writing the final copy.

• Illustrating the story.