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Tall Tales

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Give your class an overview of American tall tales and some examples with these slides. The basic definition of folk stories, legends, and tall tales is explained, followed by famous characters from American lore. Reading suggestions are provided to pique your learners' interest. 

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tall tales, folktales, heroes, humor, oral tradition, traditions, legends

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heroes, humor, legends, oral tradition, tall tales, folk stories, english language arts
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Grade
5th - 7th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Presentations
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For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
21

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