Genre Conventions Resource

This genre conventions resource clearly explains what genre markers/conventions are using a grid and visual aids. The genre conventions identified in the resource are setting, characters, storyline/plot, props and costumes. Students are given clear genre convention definitions with accompanying images.
Genre conventions are characteristics or elements of a story that allow us to identify it as a certain type.
This resource can be used to introduce students to the concept of genre conventions or to recap on previous learning on the concept of genre markers. This resource is ideal for both Key stage 3 and key stage 4 learners studying creative writing, literature, media studies and film studies.

Learning Objective of Lesson: To understand what genre conventions are, using examples from books or films I have read or watched.
This resource will:
Provide a genre conventions definition
Identify and list the different conventions of a genre
Enable students to identify their own examples of genre conventions use from films or books they have consumed.

This genre conventions worksheet can be adapted for different learning levels.