Reading Genre Posters | Literacy Word Wall | Fiction & Nonfiction Texts | ELA

Elevate your literacy focus wall with these vibrant Reading Genre Posters! Each classroom poster features student-friendly definitions and memorable visuals, helping students identify and remember genre types in fiction and nonfiction texts. Set your classroom up for success with these interactive posters that students can refer to all year, making genre exploration fun and easy!

NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH!

⭐ Click here for the Spanish Version of these Genre Posters.

Are you looking for a way to spruce up your literacy focus wall or classroom library bulletin board?

Enhance your ELA classroom decor with this comprehensive set of genre posters! These vibrant and engaging posters will not only add a pop of meaningful content to your space but also help your students easily understand different genre types as they dive into reading.

Ready to level up your students' reading comprehension skills?

Discover the magic of teaching genre types! Empower your students to become active readers by helping them understand the unique elements of each genre so they know exactly what to look for while reading. Plus, introducing a range of genres can help your reluctant readers explore and find genres they genuinely enjoy.

25 Reading Genre Posters available in the following formats:

★ Full-Size Posters (11” x 8.5”)

• Print 1 per page
• Color printing
• Black & white printing, ink saver!
• Digital poster (Google Slides™ & PPTX)

★ Mini Posters (5” x 4”)

• Print 4 per page
• Color printing
• Black & white printing, ink saver!
• Versatile and can be used in students' interactive notebooks, on a smaller literacy focus wall, in your classroom library or at literacy centers.

★ Digital Genre Word Wall

• Google Slides™ 
• Powerpoint

★ Editable Genre Posters

• Color printing
• Full size (11” x 8.5”)
• Edit in Powerpoint or Google Slides™
• Print and write in blanks

***Please note that only the definitions are editable in this resource. The graphics, headings, and titles are not editable.

INCLUDED GENRE POSTERS

• Fiction
• Fantasy
• Realistic Fiction
• Historical Fiction
• Traditional Literature
• Folktale
• Fable
• Fairy Tale
• Tall Tale
• Trickster Tale
• Myth
• Legend
• Drama
• Poetry
• Mystery
• Science Fiction
• Horror
• Humor
• Adventure
• Nonfiction
• Expository Text
• Informational Text
• Narrative Nonfiction
• Literary Nonfiction
• Persuasive Article
• Biography
• Autobiography

May 2023 Update: New genres added! Now featuring Adventure, Horror, Humor, Traditional Literature, and Literary Nonfiction.

Please note: Two posters with the same content but different titles are available for your preference. Choose between "Expository Text" and "Informational Text" for one poster, and "Narrative Nonfiction" and "Literary Nonfiction" for another. Select the titles that best suit your curriculum and teaching approach.

Is there a genre title missing from this list that you wish was included? Feel free to reach out to me via email at samantha@sporesources.com and let me know your suggestion!

WHY TEACH GENRE TYPES?

Discover the power of teaching genre types! By delving into diverse genres with your students, you can supercharge their reading comprehension skills and provide them with the essential tools to navigate different types of texts. This knowledge broadens reading horizons, particularly for reluctant readers searching for their perfect genre match.

Teaching genre types also empower your students to make well-informed book selections that align with their interests and abilities. It's a fantastic way to foster critical thinking and prepare your students for future academic challenges. Get ready to ignite a love of reading and watch your students thrive!

WHY CHOOSE THIS RESOURCE?

This resource is designed to support you throughout the year as you introduce new literary genres and teach their elements and features. Students can easily reference and remember each genre type by displaying the visually appealing anchor charts on your literacy focus wall. With eye-catching graphics, your students will be engaged and excited to explore the world of genres.

WHO SHOULD BUY THESE POSTERS?

If you're an elementary teacher aiming to enhance your students' understanding of genre types and create an exciting learning experience around different genres, these posters are a perfect fit for you! They are eye-catching and powerful tools to deepen your students' comprehension of various genres.

Designed specifically for K-3 teachers, these posters provide a meaningful visual reference for students to improve their reading skills and develop a love for exploring genres.

CHECK OUT the Reading Genre Anchor Charts & Interactive Templates for a more in-depth exploration of genre elements. This resource goes beyond the basics, providing detailed student-friendly definitions and delving into each genre type’s specific elements and features. Recommended for 3rd-6th grade students.

Want to have both the posters and anchor charts? Grab the BUNDLE of Genre Anchor Charts & Posters to save and have access to both resources, covering all your genre teaching needs!

Not sure if these posters are right for you? Don't worry. I've got you covered! Download the Fiction and Nonfiction Poster Freebie now and see for yourself how these posters can enhance your teaching of genre types.

WHAT TEACHERS LIKE YOU ARE SAYING

⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “These posters are absolutely wonderful! I love the option to edit in certain areas on the posters in case there are things I want to add to suit my class!” -Marissa T. 2nd Grade

⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Great genre posters, I use them on a weekly basis as we go over the genre of the week. Very student friendly.” -Brenda V. 3rd Grade

⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“This is amazing! I love using the posters as a display in my classroom, and it really helps my students understand the genres we cover.” -Madeleine C. 2nd Grade

WAYS TO USE GENRE POSTERS:

Here are some fantastic ways to make the most of these Genre Posters:

1. Introduce New Genres: Display the posters when introducing a new genre type, providing explicit teaching and guidance to students about the genre.
2. Foster Active Engagement: Encourage students to actively engage with texts by using posters to examine the characteristics that define each genre.
3. Long-lasting Reference: Keep the genre posters displayed on your literacy focus wall throughout the year, serving as a constant reference point for students.
4. Independent Reference: Provide students with their own version of the genre posters for their interactive reading notebooks, empowering them to independently refer to genre characteristics.
5. Genre Review: Easily review previously taught genres by referring back to the posters before reading texts from specific genres.
6. Durable and Reusable: Print, cut, and laminate each anchor chart for long-term use, ensuring they can be utilized for years to come.
7. Genre Knowledge Check: Display the posters to review previously taught genres and tap into students' background knowledge before diving into texts from specific genres.
8. Versatile Placement: Place mini versions or full-size posters at literacy centers, giving students easy access to genre information during independent work.
9. Digital Integration: Include the digital version of the posters in your mini-lessons or share the digital genre wall with students for virtual or in-class reference.
10. Customize as Needed: Utilize the editable version of the posters to personalize the definition and elements of each genre anchor chart to suit your classroom's specific needs.
11. Enhance your Classroom Library: Incorporate the genre posters into your classroom library to create an immersive environment that encourages students to explore different genres. By placing them in corresponding genre sections, you help your students to make informed choices when selecting books from the library.

DIGITAL GENRE WORD WALL

Introducing the Digital Genre Word Wall:

• Check out the video preview to see it in action!
• Quick and easy setup with a link to make a copy of the Digital Word Wall via Google Slides™
• Ready to use by assigning to students via Google Classroom™ for individual access
• The Main slide includes a table of contents with 25 genre types (word only)
• Click on any genre to view the corresponding genre poster
• Clickable links can be used in presentation mode
• Support students with this handy tool for referencing genre types
• Ideal for whole-class review or display on a projector
• Perfect for distance learning, virtual classrooms, or in-person settings.

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD FILE

Upon purchase, you will receive a zip file containing a PDF, a digital access page, and two PowerPoint presentations.

PDF includes:

• Table of Contents
• Digital Access to DIGITAL GENRE WORD WALL (Google Slides™)
• Digital Access to Editable Anchor Charts (Google Slides™)
• Full-size color genre posters
• Full-size black & white genre posters
• Mini-size genre posters color
• Mini-size genre posters in black & white

2 PPTX Files

• File 1: Editable Genre Anchor Charts
• File 2: Digital Genre Word Wall

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⭐ Bundle of Genre Anchor Charts & Interactive Templates

⭐ Addition & Subtraction Strategies- Anchor Charts & Posters

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Get ready to foster a positive learning environment where genre exploration becomes effortless and enjoyable with these reading genre posters for your ELA classroom!