Talking About Fiction | ESL Resource for Analysing Stories, Vocabulary Building and Literary Discussion

Talking About Fiction helps learners move beyond simple reactions to novels and short stories by giving them the tools to analyse and discuss literature in English. The resource introduces key concepts such as story, plot, narrative, narrator, point of view, and characterisation, alongside accessible activities that make abstract ideas concrete.

Students build vocabulary and confidence through practical tasks like scavenger hunts, quote matching, bingo, and hot-seating characters. They also explore literary devices such as metaphor, simile, imagery, and irony, and gain a taste of different styles and movements including Realism, Modernism, and Postmodernism. The pack includes glossary starter cards, scaffolding tools, and structured activities to support discussion skills, making it especially useful for classes preparing for oral exams where analysis and detailed expression are required.

This resource is also part of our Debates & Discussions | EFL Resource Pack, which is available to download here.

Perfect For:

• ESL teachers introducing students to the language of stories, novels, and short fiction
• TEFL and TESOL learners preparing for oral exams or literary analysis tasks
• EAL classrooms developing vocabulary, critical thinking, and discussion skills around literature

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