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Language & Literature Genres of Literature Ms. Ellyn Mae L. Manaya, MAEL Learning 01 The students should be able to identify the different genres of literature and Outcome explain the characteristics of each. s 02 T...

Language & Literature Genres of Literature Ms. Ellyn Mae L. Manaya, MAEL Learning 01 The students should be able to identify the different genres of literature and Outcome explain the characteristics of each. s 02 The students should be able to identify and analyze examples of each genre of literature. The students should be able to create a 03 piece of writing that demonstrates understanding of one of the genres of literature.  Learning Agenda What is literature? Genres of literature 01 A brief introduction to the 03 A discussion of the characteristics characteristics and definition of and definition of the literary genres literature Flowchart of genres Prose and Poetry 02 An examination of main types and 04 A discussion of the genres that fall sub-types of the literary genres under the categories of prose and poetry  Literature Prose Poetry Fiction Non-Fiction Narrative Lyric Dramatic Novel History Epic Song Tragedy Short Story News Ballad Ode Comedy Novella Biography Metrical Tale Sonnet Melodrama Fable Diary Elegy Farce Parable Anecdote Idyll Social Tale Legend Essay Literature is a broad term used to refer to written works, such as books, magazines, short stories, plays, and poems. Literature can provide insight into the human experience and can be used as a way to explore ideas, express emotions, and tell stories.  It has been a powerful tool for expressing and exploring our humanity. When discussing literature, one can talk about the author's style, the themes explored in the work, the characters and their motivations, and the historical context in which the work was written.  Why is it Important? Literature helps to develop Literature teaches us about Literature provides a form of language and communication history and culture. Reading escapism. Reading literature can skills. Reading and understanding literature from different times be a great way to escape from literature helps to build and places can give us an insight the stresses of daily life and open vocabulary, encourages into the history, culture, and up a world of possibility. imagination, and helps to develop beliefs of the people who wrote critical thinking. them.  Why is it Important? Literature can inspire and Literature encourages empathy. Literature helps to build motivate. Reading literature can Reading literature can help us to connections. Literature can help help to inspire and motivate us in understand the thoughts and to build connections between our own lives, allowing us to learn feelings of others, and to develop people, creating a sense of from the experiences of the a greater understanding and shared understanding and characters. appreciation of different cultures. appreciation.  Literature Prose Fiction Non-Fiction Novel History Short Story News Novella Biography Fable Diary Parable Anecdote Legend Essay  Prose Poetry Prose is a form of literature that uses ordinary Poetry is a genre of literature that uses language and has a natural flow of speech. It is imaginative and often rhythmic language to distinguished from poetry, which uses a formal express an idea, evoke emotion, or tell a story. It is meter and rhyme. often used to convey complex emotions and ideas in an accessible and creative way. Prose typically consists of sentences and paragraphs and is used for a variety of genres, including novels, essays, short stories, and Poetry can take many different forms, from newspaper articles. traditional rhyme schemes to free verse.  Prose Non-Fiction Fiction Fiction in literature is any Non-fiction in literature is story or novel that is created a genre which from the author's encompasses essays, imagination, as opposed to biographies, memoirs, and being based on facts or real other written works that events. are based on facts and real events. Fiction A novel is a work of long prose fiction, which is usually centered around Novel characters, events and settings. Novels usually have multiple chapters, with a larger plot and focus on character development. A short story is a work of fiction that is usually shorter in length than a novel. Short Short stories often have less developed characters and settings than longer Story works, but can still explore complex themes. A novella is a work of narrative fiction, longer than a short story but shorter Novella than a novel. Generally, novellas are between 20,000 and 40,000 words in length. Fiction A fable is a short story, typically with animals as characters, that teaches a Fable moral lesson. Fables often have an element of humor and are an enduring form of folk literature. A parable is a short story or brief tale that is used to illustrate a moral lesson or Parable religious principle. It typically features characters and events that are symbolic of larger truths or ideas. A legend is a traditional story that has been passed down through generations Legend and is typically based on historical events. Legends often include elements of mythology and folklore. Non-Fiction History is the study of past events, particularly human activity and its impact History on people and societies. It is a term that relates to past events as well as interpretation of information about these events. A news is a piece of information about a current event or situation. It may be News reported in a variety of media, including newspapers, television, radio, and the Internet. A biography is a detailed description or account of a person's life. It includes Biography facts and information about the person's childhood, education, family, work, and death. Non-Fiction A diary is a personal record of experiences, thoughts, and/or reflections kept Diary regularly and often privately. It can be a physical book or an electronic document. An anecdote is a brief, often amusing story about a real incident or person. Anecdote Anecdotes are usually related as a way to support an argument or point in a speech or essay. An essay is a short piece of writing that focuses on a particular topic or Essay argument. Essays are used to express ideas, explain a point, or discuss a topic in a structured and organized way.  Literature Poetry Narrative Lyric Dramatic Epic Song Tragedy Ballad Ode Comedy Metrical Tale Sonnet Melodrama Elegy Farce Idyll Social Tale  Poetr y Narrativ Lyric Dramati e Narrative poetry is a form of poetry that tells a story. It usually Lyric poetry is a type of poetry that expresses personal c Dramatic poetry is a type of poetry that is meant to be follows a plot with characters, a emotions or thoughts. It often performed in a play or theatrical setting, and a climax. includes rhyme and meter and setting. It often includes can be sung as a song. elements of dialogue, monologue, and characterization. Narrative An epic is a long narrative poem that celebrates the deeds of a legendary hero. Epic It features a hero who represents the values of a particular society, and who goes on an epic journey or quest. A ballad is a type of song that tells a story and often has a repeated chorus or Ballad refrain. Ballads typically have a slow, rhythmic structure and use simple and emotional language. A metric tale is a story told in verse, usually composed of stanzas or lines of Metric poetry. Metric tales are an ancient form of storytelling, often used in traditional Tale folklore, fables, and myths. Literary works have the power to transport us to worlds far beyond our own and to open our eyes to new perspectives. They can inspire us to take stands, to take action, and to think differently. In short, they are essential to our individual growth and to the health of our society.  Thank You for Listening!