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The Queen of Sheba
Students discuss various versions of the myth of The Queen of Sheba and the basic characteristics of myths. They research how different cultures interpret the story and include it in their religious beliefs. They create projects about...
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The Odyssey Lesson 1
Learners explore Greek mythology. In this ancient culture and introduction to The Odyssey literacy lesson, students complete a worksheet accessing their prior knowledge about Greek mythology. Learners listen to a passage about the Trojan...
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Prometheus Eulogy
Learners write a eulogy for the mythological character, Prometheus. In this Greek myth lesson plan, students read a story about Prometheus and view a PowerPoint. Learners discuss the elements of a eulogy and then write one for Prometheus.
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Native American and Colonial Literature Debate
Students compare the tone, purpose, point of view, etc. of traditional Native American poems and creation myths to traditional Colonial American literature. they debate which is the right way of thinking/living.
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Frankenstein: The Consequence of Creation
Famous as a horror story, as the first science fiction novel, Frankenstein is also a tale of ambition, a warning about unbridled science, and responsibility for actions. Readers consider what the tale says of the consequences of creation...
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Don't Stop the Weaving
The importance of oral tradition is evident throughout time and across space. Introduce your learners to some interesting stories and then test their knowledge with these questions. Ten multiple-choice questions focus on characters and...
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Cowboy Myth
Students explore the concept of historical myth. They read speeches by two presidents who allude to the mythic cowboy and they answer questions about the purpose of each speech. For homework, they read two historian interpretations of...
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Your Politician: Myth vs. Reality
Pupils adopt a public official, research how they spend their time, and define the actual duties associated with the job. They sort perceptions about the job into myths and realities, and analyze political cartoons involving their official.
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Cultural Creation Myths
Young scholars analyze various cultural creation myths, write essays on three different societal stories, and create a play based upon one of those stories in this cross-curricular Theatre project for High School students. Cooperative...
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Animals in Myths and Real Life
Students research the role of lions, elephants, and bears in ancient Roman life and mythology. They develop a strong understanding of the role animals played in important ancient Roman historical events and myths.
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Welcome to Mt. Olympic Squares
In this PowerPoint, students are presented with the opportunity to review Greek mythology characters as they play a tic-tac-toe style game using the clues provided in the presentation complete with images.
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Jason and the Argonauts Word Search
In this Jason and the Argonauts word search, students examine the 20 myth-related words and names in the word bank and locate them in the word search puzzle.
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Mythology
Learners read Edith Hamilton's, Mythology as a summer reading assignment. They characterize one of the gods or goddesses they read about and create a presentation.
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"I Cannot Tell a Lie"
Students examine and debunk historical myths, using the American Revolution as a starting point. They create and play a game of "American History: Fact or Fiction?"
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Tableaux of Greek Myth
Learners create a tableau to demonstrate their understanding of a Greek myth. In this Greek myth instructional activity, students create and present a myth to the class. The members of the class evaluate and note specific...
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European Union: Myths and facts
Young scholars examine the difference between myths and facts presented about the European Union. They read and discuss articles about the EU and its role in European politics by evaluating a referendum to the EU constitution.
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The Oresteia
The mythological characters from The Oresteia are featured in this quiz. Fifteen basic reading comprehension questions cover the plot of the trilogy. See what your learners know after studying Aeschylus' work.
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Reading Poetry
Present your class with an overview of poetry-related information. The slides are clearly organized by topic, starting with reading poetry, ending with myths, and touching on everything from the five senses to open and closed forms of...
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Busting More Myths Using the Scientific Method
Use the Mythbusters model to jazz up your scientific method lessons!
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Guideline for Book Reports -- Southern Literature and the Old South Myth
Students are introduced to the guidelines for giving their book report on Southern Literature. With a partner, they work together to develop a catchy phrase to grab the reader's attention. They must also include whether the book is...
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Where the Past and Present Meet
For this planets worksheet, students are given clues from Greek mythology to find the names of planets and moons. They use an on line source to find the answers.
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Jason and the Golden Fleece
Young scholars read and analyze the classic Greek tale of "Jason and the Golden Fleece." They compare/contrast the story with modern works of literature and films, answer discussion questions, and retell the story in a modern-day setting.
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Passport to Stories Around the World
Students read stories from various cultures and create a passport indicating the completion and comprehension of the story. The template for the passport is included. The lesson plan can be used for a broad range of ages depending on...
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Hic-Hic-Hooray!
What is really the best way to get rid of hiccups? Investigate some old wives' tales and folk remedies related to health. Middle schoolers explore the science behind why people might believe these myths to be true and find the real...
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