Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Retelling Is Fun!
The purpose of this instructional activity is to get students involved with retelling activities, including writing a narrative and dramatic play.
Other
Orkneyjar: The Lore of the Orkney Islands
The Orkney Islands, off the coast of England, preserve much of their old culture. This site continues that preservation by explaining the folklore of the island and retelling many folktales.
New Zealand Ministry of Education
Nz Ministry of Education: Cinderella
In this lesson plan, learners will read and retell stories of fairy tales including Cinderella. They will compare different versions of the story of Cinderella, make masks for the mask ball, and use props for costumes. They will learn...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "The Elves and the Shoemaker" by Barbara Radner
A learning module that begins with "The Elves and the Shoemaker" by Barbara Radner, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Modern the Emperor's New Clothes: Video
As you watch this modern version of The Emperor's New Clothes, take note of the character's personalities, how these characters interact, and how they are similar or different from one another. Check out the additional activities below...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Modern Rumpelstiltskin: Video
As you watch this modern story of Rumpelstiltskin, take note of the characters, setting, and what happens in the story. Check out the additional activities below for the classroom and home, and watch the "Guided Viewing" version for...
Other
Story Library: Stories in a Nutshell
This site provides a collection of concise folktale plots for student retelling. Teachers can also view and use the links that contain online lesson plans and activities.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Getting to Know Cendrillion: Analyzing Questions
In this BetterLesson, 2nd graders will learn to focus on details as they analyze the story of Cendrillion.