Introduction to Fables KS1

Introduction to Fables | KS1 English | PowerPoint Lesson + 2 Printable Activities

Discover the wonderful world of fables with this colourful, ready-to-teach KS1 English resource!

Introduce Year 1 and Year 2 pupils to traditional fables, animal characters and the important lessons hidden within stories.

Using beautifully illustrated versions of The Fox and the Crow and The Ant and the Grasshopper, pupils explore what makes a fable special, learn about morals and develop their comprehension, speaking, listening and storytelling skills.

What’s included?

Illustrated PowerPoint lesson
• 15 pupil-facing teaching slides.
• Clear explanations of fables, morals, settings, characters and plots.
• Two illustrated traditional fables.
• Prediction, partner discussion and comprehension questions.
• True or False assessment with answers.
• Independent writing and challenge activities.

A4 printable activity sheets (PDF)

1. The Fox and the Crow - Order and Explain
2. My Own Fable - Draw and Tell
3. Teacher and TA Guide

✓ Ready to teach - minimal preparation required.
✓ Visual and accessible - colourful teaching slides and black-and-white illustrated printables.
✓ Supports different learners - picture sequences, word banks, drawing opportunities and oral rehearsal provide useful scaffolding for younger pupils and those needing additional support.
✓ Encourages pupil participation - prediction, talk partners, explanation and creative storytelling.
✓ Curriculum-linked - supports KS1 English comprehension, traditional stories, vocabulary, discussion and composition.

Perfect for
• Year 1 and Year 2 English lessons
• Traditional tales and fables topics
• Reading comprehension and story sequencing
• Speaking, listening and creative storytelling
• Whole-class teaching, small-group work and independent follow-up activities

Teach it. Discuss it. Retell it. Create it!