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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore the characterization of heroes and their representation of the values and beliefs of the society in which they are created. They first examine the creation of the 'Star Wars' heroes and plots, and then develop their own 'heroes.' Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students assess the elements of J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter' series that have made it such a success. They incorporate these elements into a short film, incorporating such concepts as pop culture mythology, urban legend and archetypes. Full Review »
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- 3rd
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Students examine Holst's, The Planet Suite. They explore the connection between music, literature, and science. They construct a planetary temperature chart for this unit designed to last seven days, Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students read an adaptation of "The Odyssey" in literature groups. They share their interpretations and discuss the characters, plot and setting. Full Review »
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- 3rd
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Students listen to and study Gustav Holst's, "The Planets Suite" as they participate in language arts, math, history, and astronomy activities in this unit. They create graphs, discover planets, draw pictures and make music. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students examine creation myths of China, discuss how myths reflect Chinese culture, differentiate between Chinese and Greek creation myths, and explore place of myths in Chinese culture as compared to their place in other cultures. Students then write original myth or dramatize myth using creative format of their choosing. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students identify Jungian archetypes in the film, Star Wars. They find evidence in the film that supports identifying particular archetypes. They take notes about what kinds of archetypes they see. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students examine the role of mythology in their own lives. After reading stories, they discover the various theories on the origins of the universe and compare the symbols used by different cultures. To end the lesson, they research a real event and identify and discuss the mythical representations of the event. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students study myths, mythological figures, and the ancient classics. They develop a sensitivity to the beliefs, values, attitudes, and views of man's development at that time. They illustrate the powers of each god discussed and decorate the bulletin boards with their art work. Full Review »
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- 6th - 9th
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Students examine the gods and goddesses of Greek and Roman mythology. In groups, they use this information to participate in skits as they role-play the gods and godesses. To end the lesson, they draw their own caricature of their favorite god or goddess. Full Review »

