Understanding Fairy Tales and Storytelling

Molly introduces a writing workshop focused on teaching third graders how to create fractured fairy tales. She explains the concept using 'The True Story of the Three Little Pigs' and other examples. Students brainstorm and create their own versions, learning about story elements like setting, characters, and plot. The workshop encourages creativity and writing confidence.

What was the unique aspect of the third-grade class Molly taught?

• They disliked writing.

• They were all above average in math.

• They had a short attention span.

• They loved to write and focused well.

What is a fractured fairy tale?

• A fairy tale with no ending.

• A fairy tale that has been altered.

• A fairy tale that is only about animals.

• A fairy tale with no characters.

What is the setting of the original Three Little Pigs story?

• A beach

• A desert

• A city

• A forest

In the true story of the Three Little Pigs, what was the wolf's intention?

• To destroy houses

• To borrow sugar

• To find a new home

• To eat the pigs

What change occurs in the story 'The Three Little Javelinas'?

• The pigs become wolves.

• The setting is in New Mexico.

• The antagonist is a dragon.

• The story is set in space.

What was one of the creative ideas a student came up with for their fractured fairy tale?

• Three little knights

• Three little fairies

• Three little dinosaurs

• Three little robots

What was the purpose of the storyboard activity?

• To write a poem

• To create a comic strip

• To plan the story structure

• To draw characters

How did Molly adapt the lesson plan for different age groups?

• By using simpler language

• By changing the fairy tales

• By increasing the difficulty level

• By shortening the lesson