Understanding the genre of 'Anansi and the Antelope Baby'
I can explain what a folktale is.
Understanding the genre of 'Anansi and the Antelope Baby'
I can explain what a folktale is.
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Key learning points
- 'Anansi and the Antelope Baby' is an African folktale.
- Folktales belong to the genre of folklore in which oral stories are shared, adapted and passed down over time.
- Folklore stories originate from a range of cultures but have features in common, e.g. learning a moral or lesson.
- Anansi stories originated in Ghana and are influenced by African culture.
- Anansi is a smart but mischievous spider who encounters a range of tricky circumstances with other animals.
Keywords
Folktale - an oral story passed down over time that teaches a moral
Folklore - a genre in which oral stories are shared and passed down over time
Moral - a lesson that can be learnt from a story or experience
Common misconception
Children may find it difficult to understand the difference between stories within the genre of folklore.
Explore the differences between folktales and fairytales. For example, fairytales are more likely to involve magical or enchanting elements whereas folktales tend to reflect real-world settings and events.
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You need a copy of the ‘Anansi and the Antelope Baby’ from 2016 Oxford University Press edition of ‘Mischief Makers’ retold by Tony Bradman for this lesson.
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