1. Let's Tell Tall Tales!
Tall tales are made-up stories that try to explain things that have happened. They usually make things sound bigger and more exciting than real life.
All photos from the Smithsonian American Art Museum -

2. Is the main character
“larger than life”?
Does the hero solve
problems in a funny way?
Are the details
exaggerated?

3. William H. Martin was known for his tall-tale postcards
William H. Martin was known for his tall-tale postcards. He pasted photos together to make his postcards look real.
Have you ever seen a rabbit this big? Think about a story you could write about a huge rabbit.

4. Explore all of the postcards in this slide show.
Choose your favorite picture.
Write a tall tale about it.
Share your tale.