Literary texts: level 1 Chapter Notes | Language Arts for Grade 5 PDF Download

Introduction

In this chapter, we will explore three exciting types of stories: fantasy, realistic fiction, and historical fiction. Each type of story has its own special features and helps us imagine different worlds, people, and times. Fantasy stories take us to magical places with creatures and adventures that don’t exist in real life. Realistic fiction tells stories about people and events that could happen in our everyday world. Historical fiction takes us back in time to learn about real events and people from the past, mixed with some made-up characters and stories. These stories often come with illustrations to help us picture the characters and settings. Let’s dive into each type and learn what makes them unique!

Read Fantasy with Illustrations

• Fantasy stories are made-up tales that include magical or imaginary elements:
  • These stories often have magical creatures like dragons, unicorns, or fairies.
  • They can include special powers, like flying, turning invisible, or casting spells.
  • The settings might be imaginary worlds, enchanted forests, or magical kingdoms.
• Fantasy stories spark your imagination:
  • They let you dream about things that can’t happen in real life.
  • You can imagine being a hero, a wizard, or a magical creature.
  • They often teach lessons about bravery, friendship, or kindness.
• Illustrations in fantasy stories help you see the story:
  • Pictures show magical creatures, colorful places, or exciting adventures.
  • They make it easier to imagine the characters and their world.
  • Illustrations can show details like a dragon’s scales or a castle’s towers.
• Reading fantasy stories helps you understand the story better:
  • You learn about the characters, like their names and what they do.
  • You follow the plot, which is what happens in the story from beginning to end.
  • You understand the setting, which is where and when the story takes place.

Read Realistic Fiction with Illustrations

• Realistic fiction stories are made-up but feel like they could happen in real life:
  • They are about people, places, and events that seem real.
  • The characters might be kids, families, or friends like you know.
  • The settings are places like schools, homes, or neighborhoods.
• Realistic fiction stories connect to everyday life:
  • They show problems or adventures that people might really face.
  • Characters might deal with things like making friends or solving a mystery.
  • The stories often teach lessons about growing up or helping others.
• Illustrations in realistic fiction make the story come alive:
  • Pictures show characters doing things like playing, talking, or exploring.
  • They help you picture real-life places like a park or a classroom.
  • Illustrations show emotions, like a character smiling or feeling sad.
• Reading realistic fiction helps you understand the story’s parts:
  • You learn about the characters and what they want or need.
  • You follow the plot to see how the characters solve their problems.
  • You notice the setting to understand where the story happens.

Read Historical Fiction with Illustrations

• Historical fiction stories mix real history with made-up characters and events:
  • They are set in the past, like during a war, a famous event, or long ago.
  • They include real details about how people lived, dressed, or worked.
  • Some characters might be made-up, but they fit into real historical times.
• Historical fiction teaches about the past:
  • You learn about important events, like life in ancient times or during a big change.
  • Stories show how people lived differently in the past, like using candles for light.
  • They help you understand challenges people faced long ago.
• Illustrations in historical fiction show the past:
  • Pictures show old-fashioned clothes, tools, or buildings.
  • They help you imagine what life was like in a different time.
  • Illustrations can show historical events, like a battle or a market scene.
• Reading historical fiction helps you understand the story and history:
  • You learn about the characters and their lives in the past.
  • You follow the plot to see how they deal with historical events.
  • You understand the setting to know when and where the story happens.