In this course students explore science fiction and fantasy authors and writing styles and then create a 3D fantasy world of their own. After an introduction to the sub-genres of science fiction and fantasy, students learn how to research ideas to make their 3D virtual fictional worlds viable. Developing characters, plotting, constructing a scene and narrative voice are part of any good fantasy novel or short story. Students complete exercises that enhance their understanding of these essentials. In the last part of the course, students concentrate on symbolism and how to develop it.

This course focuses on two distinct literacy types of imaginative literature; science fiction, fantasy. The special characteristics of each group will be defined and applied to specific literary works. As a culminating project, students create a 3D Fantasy virtual world  and give others a chance to read and travel through the 3D story.

Books read include:

• The Enchanted Forest Chronicles
  
• Science Fact and Fiction , The Science Fiction Hall of Fame 
  
• The Last Unicorn
  
• The Hobbit
  
• We Have Always Lived in the Castle