Open Court Reading Grade 3 Unit 3

presented by Linda Brady

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Some stories have really happened.

A biography is the true story of someone’s life. What biographies do you know?

Mount VernonWashington’s Uniform

George Washington

Some stories could have happened but didn’t.

realistic fiction

Some stories are fantasy and could never have happened.

Fairy tales are told around the world. These stories were often told to

children to teach them a lesson. These stories all have elements of magic.

Sleeping Beauty

Can you retell your favorite fairy tale? What props would you need?

The ancient Greeks told stories to explain their natural environment.

• Myths

Each culture has its own stories.

The Irish told tales about leprechauns and finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.

leprechaun

Folktales are stories passed down from one person to another.

In early American history this story was often retold.

Johnny Appleseed

The American Indians told many stories.

What story does a totem tell?

There are many African folktales. This is one you will be reading.

The Day of the Dead is celebrated in Mexico. Who has a story about it?

Each family has their own stories and memories to share.

When does your family eat special foods? Share a special memory.

What memories do you have of a special holiday? Share your story.

What stories do you have to tell?

What is your favorite genre?

What are your favorite stories to retell?