Understanding Fiction and Non-Fiction

Understanding Fiction and Non-Fiction

Learning Objectives

1. At the end of the lesson, you will be able to distinguish between fiction and non-fiction literature. 
2. At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify the characteristics of various genres within fiction. 
3. At the end of the lesson, you will be able to recognize the purpose and scope of non-fiction literature.

What do you already know about fiction and non-fiction literature?

Definition and Characteristics of Fiction

Fiction is invented literature with imaginary plots and characters, often categorized into genres like science fiction, romance, thriller, horror, and historical fiction.

Different Genres within Fiction

Genres within fiction include 

• science fiction, 
• romance, 
• thriller, 
• horror, and 
• historical fiction.

Definition and Characteristics of Non-Fiction

Non-fiction is factual literature based on real events and information aiming to inform or persuade - subjects such as 

• history, 
• science, and 
• educational materials, 

The Range of Subjects Covered by Non-Fiction Literature

Non-fiction literature covers a wide range of subjects including history, science, and educational materials, aiming to inform or persuade.

Definition List

Fiction: 

A genre of literature that involves imaginary stories not based on real events. 

Non-fiction: 

A genre of literature that provides factual information and is based on real events and people.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.