What is a Fractured Tale?

A fractured tale is a special kind of story that takes a well-known fairy tale and changes it in a fun and silly way. Imagine if we took the story of 'Little Red Riding Hood' and made it about a big, friendly wolf who loves to bake cookies instead of being scary!

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Start with a Fairy Tale: Think about a classic fairy tale you already know, like 'Cinderella' or 'The Three Little Pigs'.
2. Change the Characters: In a fractured tale, the characters can be funny or have different jobs. What if Cinderella was a superhero instead of a princess?
3. Alter the Plot: You can change what happens in the story. Maybe instead of running away from midnight, Cinderella decides to have a dance party with her friends!
4. Make it Silly: The key to a fractured tale is to let your imagination run wild! You can add funny things that don’t really happen in the original story.

Examples

Some examples of fractured tales are:

• "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" – This book tells the story from the wolf's point of view!
• "Cinderella: Ninja Warrior" – A fun twist where Cinderella is a ninja!

Why Are They Fun?

Fractured tales are fun to read because they make us laugh and see familiar stories in new ways. You can even create your own fractured tale by changing your favorite stories. What new adventures could your characters have?