Fun with Fables

Introduction | Task | Process | Resources | Evaluation | Conclusion

Introduction:

Is it a fable or a fairy tale? How do you tell the difference? Let's find out!

The Task:

You will begin by reading several fables. Identify the characteristics of a fable. Use the Dial-A-Fable worksheets to help you write your own fable. Write and illustrate your own fable and present it to the class.

The Process:

At the computer:

Read all directions before you click.

• Click on this link to Aesop's Fables.
• Read at least 3 fables to help you determine the characteristics of a fable. Take notes.
• Print out the Dial-A-Fable worksheets. Animals, Character Traits, Morals
• You may return to the computer later to write, illustrate and print your fable.
  

In the classroom:

• With help from your teacher, assemble your Dial-A-Fable worksheets.
  (Glue each to a piece of construction paper to reinforce it. Mount it on a piece of cardboard with a brad in the middle. This will help you to spin it.)
• Choose a character trait, moral and animal to include in your fable.
• Write and illustrate your fable. You may return to the computer and use a word processing program to type your final draft. You may also want to use a draw program such as Kid Pix Deluxe to illustrate your fable.
• Present your work to your class.
  

Resources:
Aesop's Fables
Animals
Morals
Character Traits
'Fables" by Arnold Lobel
"The Fables of Aesop" illustrated by Edward Detmold

Evaluation:

Each student will make an oral presentation. Student's work should be original. Spelling and grammar are correct. The moral and character trait should be obvious. Presentation should be informative. Student should be able to tell teacher what 3 fables they read.

Conclusion:

Students should use the information they obtained from reading the fables to write and illustrate their own original fable and present it to the class.

Be sure to include your email address here.

Mary Jo Creech

GCS Webquests