Genres of Literature - Literature Sort Activity

Match the following items with their correct genre:

• kids riding bikes

• Historical

• aliens from another planet

• Fantasy

• George Washington

• Science Fiction

• a magic wand

• Realistic Fiction

Match the following items with their correct genre:

• Facts and information

• Poem

• 1st Person Story about your life

• Mythology

• gods and goddesses

• Non-fiction

• Stage Directions

• Autobiography

• Stanzas

• Drama

(a)   is a made up story that involves futuristic technology, settings in outer space, and time travel.

(a)   has a setting set in the past, but has a made up plot.

(a)   is a made up story with mythical creatures, completely made up settings, and magical elements.

(a)   is a made up story but has a plot and setting that could happen in real life.

(a)   is written in lines and stanzas. It uses figurative language to help evoke emotions.

(a)   is meant to be performed with stage directions, dialogue, and a cast of characters.