One of my favorite ways to wrap up a tall tales genre unit is having students write their own tall tale and publishing their stories as TALL creations. Come grab a free Google Docs template for students to type their stories.

Folktales, fables, tall tales anchor chart

So what are tall tales, anyway? Should you read tall tales in your classroom or school library? This post describes characteristics of tall tales.

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Tall Tale Anchor Chart

An American tall tale, scripted by Aaron Shepard for reader's theater. Reader's Theater Edition #2.

What's the difference between a tall tale and a fable? Learn more about it using these free printables for tall tales and fables.

Picture book and early reader info on 'The Legend of Lightning Larry,' by Aaron Shepard.