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1. Tall tales are made-up stories
that try to explain things that
have happened. They usually
make things sound bigger and
more exciting than real life.

2. Was the story you read really a
tall tale? Answer the questions
to be sure.
Is the main character
Then, go to the next screen. “larger than life”?
Does the hero solve
problems in a funny way?
Are the details
exaggerated?

3. William H. Martin was known for his tall-tale postcards.
He pasted photos together to make his postcards look
real.
Have you ever seen a rabbit this big? Think about a
story you could write about a huge rabbit. Then, go to
the next slide.

4. Explore all of the postcards in this slide show.
Choose your favorite picture.
Write a tall tale about it.

5. Tips
• Exaggerate qualities or features of your character,
such as size or strength.
•Exaggerate features of the setting, such as the
weather, landscape, or animals.
•Have your character change something in nature –
for example, end a heat wave or create a river.
•Use the planner
on Practice Book
page 90.