Fantasy worlds can be a great escape – and can give insights into the
human condition. Exploring fantasy
continues to be a great adventure.
CONNECT:
- Want to read a good fantasy book? Consult “Bookworm for kids” at http://www.bookworm4kids.com/Fantasy.html
- J. R. R. Tolkein was a scholar of arcane languages and a spiritual writer who melded fantasy and humanity in his powerful storytelling. Find out about Tolkein and his Inklings literacy circle at the Mythopoeic Society: http://www.mythsoc.org/
- How much about dinosaurs is fantasy? Get the truth at DinoBuzz: http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/diapsids/dinobuzz.html.
- Have you heard about the Loch Ness Monster? Find out about Nessie and other fantasy animals at http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/category/topics/fantasy-animals
CREATE:
- Christopher Paolini was just a teenager when his first book Eragon was published. Visit http://www.alagaesia.com/ to learn the language in Eragon and embark on quests tied to his books.
- Get badges and meet friends – and more – at J. K. Rowling’s Pottermore website https://www.pottermore.com/en-us/
- Create fantasy crafts at http://www.dltk-kids.com/fantasy/.
- Create your own fantasy stories with these grade-specific writing starters: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/story-starters/fantasy-writing-prompts/
- Did you know that math plays a role in fantasy sports? Batter up at http://www.fantasysportsmath.com/index.php
CARE:
- Love fantasy and science fiction? Join the Wands and Worlds community at http://www.wandsandworlds.com/
- Cheer up a friend by drawing fantasy creatures for him or her. Follow the directions at http://www.dragoart.com/fantasy-for-kids-c415-1.htm
- Do you think that heroes are just a fantasy? Find out about these real super heroes for children: http://www.worldofchildren.org/honorees/past-honorees/
CAREERS:
Where can your flights of fancy take you in terms of a career? One obvious
direction is writing and illustration. Another path lies in the entertainment
industry: making fantasy films and TV shows, developing fantasy games, creating
and participating in fantasy theme parks, as well as traditional storytelling.
Dream big!
And just for fun, there are ten high-risk sci-fi/fantasy careers: http://www.toplessrobot.com/2012/05/10_high-risk_sci-fifantasy_careers.php
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