List of narrative forms

List of Narrative Forms

1) Fable- A story that teaches a lesson, often using animal characters that behave like people

2) Fantasy- A story about characters that may not be realistic and about events that could not really happen

3) Folktale- An old story that reveals the customs of a culture

4) Historical Fiction- Stories about characters who might have lived in the past and about events that might have really happened in history, with some made up details and events

5) Legend- A story that is based on fact but often includes exaggerations about the hero

6) Myth- An ancient story often meant to explain the mysteries of life or nature

7) Play- A story that is told mostly through dialogue and is meant to be performed on stage

8) Realistic Fiction- Stories that portray characters and settings that could exist in real life, as well as events that could happen in real life

9) Short Story- A brief story that usually focuses on one character and one event

10) Tall Tale- A humorous story that tells about impossible happenings, exaggerating the acomplishment of the hero