Family Folktale Creation Night

Jalana·

Folktales

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At a Glance

Grade Level7th Grade

SubjectFolktales

Original Prompt

Can you create an activity for a middle school family night based around creating a family folktale or oral story?

This resource engages students in a collaborative project with family members to create an original folktale that embodies traditional story elements and reflects family values or experiences. Students will work together to include memorable characters, a compelling setting, a conflict that needs resolution, and a moral lesson in their story. Roles are assigned to facilitate collaboration, including a Story Starter, Character Creator, Problem Solver, and Wisdom Keeper. The activity encourages discussion of shared values, cultural traditions, and memorable family experiences, culminating in a presentation of their folktale. Peer review and reflection exercises are included to foster learning and appreciation of storytelling traditions within the family.