Greek Mythology Lesson Plans

Students consider the influence of Greek mythology in today's world. They describe basic Greek mythology plots, discuss common themes, cite examples of contemporary use of terms from Greek mythology and analyze modern works inspired by the classics.

Students explore the tales of Greek mythology and discuss what it means to be a hero. They associate acts of epic heroism with philanthropy noting that these characters acted in a larger than life manner to secure the common good.

Students analyze Greek mythology. In this Greek mythology lesson, students use online resources to analyze Greek mythology and their conceptions of a hero. Students analyze the plots of Greek myths and discuss the three types of themes in them. Students cite examples of contemporary use of Greek mythology and analyze art and literature inspired by Greek myths.

Students describe the basic plots of three Greek myths. Students discuss three types of themes in Greek myths: stories about heroes, stories about "how it came to be," and stories about the consequences of unwise behavior. Students cite examples of contemporary use of terms from Greek mythology. Students analyze artistic and literary works based on or inspired by Greek myths.

Students use the internet to gather information on Greek Mythology. They create a timeline showing the history of mythology and explain who the Titans and Olympians were. They research one god in detail.

Students use the internet to gather information about Greek Mythology. They discover the role of the snake and shamrock and the history of St. Patrick's Day. They compare and contrast their culture to another.

Sixth graders investigate the concept of Greek Mythology and conduct research using a variety of resources. They read literature pieces and then write responses to the readings. Students also view a video in order to create the context for the lesson.

Students listen to several Greek Myths, and study them to recognize the major Greek Gods and Goddesses. They apply their knowledge of Greek Mythology and write their own myth.

Students recognize the features and characteristics of myths, the role myths played in Greek culture, and choose a writing project.  In this Greek mythology lesson, students are introduced to Greek mythology and work in cooperative groups to complete worksheets.

Ninth graders examine the characteristics of Greek Mythology.  In this World History instructional activity, 9th graders study the connections between Greek Mythology and the Universe.