Fantasy Worksheets

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Fantasy is mystic type of speculative fiction that involves a level of magic which tends to extend beyond reality. Often the plot is so far out of the bounds of reality that it transports the reader to an alternate reality. The tales told often are inspired by mythology or folklore. These types of stories fuel our imaginations and provide us with a sense of adventure that we may be missing. The characters and settings that are explored are often set in a different frame of time than the current period. Such as the well explored topic of fantasy Medieval Times and the life of robots and machines set in the distant future. These worksheets will help students learn of this genre of literature in further detail and help them learn how to effectively craft such tales.

Fantasy Worksheets To Print:

What Is It - Read the assigned text. Identify as many elements as you can that indicate that the story belongs with this genre. You will need an short example.

High Fantasy - Explore where this sub-genres runs off to.

Harry Potter - What subgenre do you think these stories belong to? Explain your answer.

Context Fills - This will immerse you it the core concepts that we explore here.

Science Fiction - Where do the two overlap and then where do they part ways.

Key Elements - Think of a story you have read or seen that belongs in the in this genre. Explore why that is.

All the Subgenres - This one has many different ways to look at it.

Fairy Tales - A fairy tale is a story intended for children and set in magical worlds in which fantastical elements are accepted as reality. Many fairy tales include imaginary creatures like elves, goblins, wizards, and dragons.

Magical Realism - Discuss how each of the elements of magical realism appears in the assigned reading.

An Overview - Look at the bounds of this type of literature.

Importance - What can this form of literature do that others just cannot?

More Subgenres - How do they all differ?

Live Examples - Write a short paper explaining how the book displays the elements of fantasy and what subgenre of fantasy it belongs to.

Imaginary Elements - Identify three imaginary (i.e., fantastic) elements that appear in the reading. Describe how each is treated in the story. Is it considered realistic or is it unexpected?

The Setting - How does the setting present you with expectations?

Fantasy - The Magical Genre of Literature

There must be some form of the magic system in the story to be classified as a fantasy. Things that happen in your story but aren't or can't in the real world are referred to as magic systems. Fantasy involves the supernatural, higher powers, witchcraft, and compelling enchantments. The term "magic" can be applied to anything that has no basis in reality or logic. The strength of its magic system often determines a novel's ability to stand out in the crowded market of similar topics.


Characteristics of Fantasy Fiction


1. The Presence of a Well-Defined Scene


You must imagine and write about a new world from scratch. Fantasy involves a world that we know nothing about. As a writer, you must meticulously and intentionally build your environment to immerse the reader in your story. Writing a world is a common term used to describe this process in this form of literature and the genre, in general.


2. Compelling Setting


Fantasy novels aren't complete without a compelling setting. You must immerse your readers in sensory details to experience your universe in a true sense.


The following are some things to keep in mind as you begin the process of putting up your story:


- What is it like to see, hear, and smell? Consider scenery, climate, artificial structures, and people's appearances while deciding how to shape the story.


- What can you tell about the individuals that live there? Is there a unique class or group of individuals? What are the workings of society?


- Who is the most influential person in the story?


- What is the context in which your characters operate?


3. Intricately Layered Characters


In fantasy fiction, as in any other genre, the characters captivate readers and keep them turning the pages. Your story's magic system, setting, and structure can captivate readers. However, none of that matters if they don't care about the people and the decisions they have to make because of them.


When writing a series, it's best to have a cast of numerous main characters and supporting characters so that the reader can get to know each of them better. Readers will be more likely to stick with the series if there is more variety and interest in the plot.


The most important thing to keep in mind is developing authentic, relatable, flawed, and convincing people. Characters in a fantasy world should still be treated as genuine people and developed as such in the narrative, regardless of the setting.


4. Focus on Protagonists


However, if you want your readers to empathize with your protagonist, you should focus on a single character who is the focus of the story. A more complex plot with a wide cast of characters can benefit from having multiple protagonists. Using a fascinating array of people is a fantastic method to keep your story fresh.


5. Unresolved Issues


Conflict is essential to the success of every story, especially in fantasy fiction. It would help if you explored the following sorts of conflict in your story:


- Your characters' internal conflict


- A conflict between your characters on a small scale


- A conflict between your characters on a large scale when they are up against a powerful outside force.


These subplots have a role to play. Your fantasy novel must have a fundamental struggle that unifies them all.


Final Words


Writing is a joy! To create a magnificent worlds full of magic, drama, and exciting characters, you need to create a vibrant world that resonates with your readers.