1. The Elements of Fantasy!
An introduction to the fantasy genre

2. Here, you will… L earn to recognize the elements that
make a story a fantasy
Let’s go!

3. One ingredient of fantasy is
MAGIC

4. MAGIC
Is the power to control the forces of nature

5. Other important things you’ll find in fantasy are
Imaginary Creatures

6. Imaginary Creatures: Any animal that does not exist in the real world
Imaginary Creatures: Any animal that does not exist in the real world. Here are some common examples:
fairy
dragon
unicorn
troll

7. Fantasy always features a conflict between
Evil
Good
and

8. How can you tell the difference?
and
Good
Evil
Characters and situations in fantasy are either good, or they are evil (there is usually no in between). Evil characters are usually plotting to bring the good character(s) down in some way. Look out!

9. Good Characters Evil Ugly with exaggerated features Young and innocent
Cute / pretty / handsome
Angry; mean expressions
Cheerful; friendly
Wear dark colors; in dark places
Strong, heroic, and dedicated to doing the right thing
Sly; tricky; deceitful

10. Fantasy stories always have a sense of
destiny

11. Destiny
is something that is certain to happen. This is sometimes referred to as fate, or something that is meant to be.

12. The characters in fantasy usually go on some type of
quest

13. quest A is a journey taken to achieve a specific goal.
It is used in mythology and literature as a plot device. It requires much travel and allows the author to showcase the locations of their fantasy world.

14. Settings in fantasy usually include things from Medieval times
Settings in fantasy usually include things from Medieval times. This includes primitive technology, and is usually European.

15. Now that you know the elements of fantasy, let’s practice identifying them!
nce upon a time… O

16. Fantasy is fun!