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Mythology

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students gain an understanding of different myths and the names of Pantheon gods and their names. They read short myths out loud and review how Zeus and Hera were important to the Olympic games.
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Multiculturalism Through African Folk Tales And Mayan Myths

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students study the myths of various African cultures and of the Mayan people. They identify unique characteristics of African myths and Mayan myths. They define and recognize the style and tone of the Mayan myths and create their own...
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African Myths and What They Teach

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students identify and locate the continent of Africa on a globe or map. They locate on a classroom map of Africa the place of origin of the myths/stories being read in class. They discover that the peoples of Africa and their stories are...
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Early Myths of Flight

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore mythology by researching the Internet. In this history of flight activity, students view websites discussing the first recorded flight and the mythological creatures that people suspected could fly. Students read a...
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Mythology Activity Sheets

For Students 5th - 6th
In this set of mythology worksheets, students draw and decorate a Grecian vase, complete a word search and matching activity, and write about imagining they are a Greek god.
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Aztec and Mayan Mythology

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders write myths to show tolerance in creation. They read from both the Aztec and Mayan eras and develop an understanding of the similarities and differences of these two closely related cultures. They track the travels of...
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Myths and Misconceptions

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students examine and discuss common myths and misconceptions about persons with disabilities and with a partner plan an outing for a community activity. They read and complete the handout "Developmental Disabilities: Truth or Myth?" and...
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Greco-Roman Origin Myths

For Students 5th - 6th
In this Greco-Roman myth worksheet, students draw pictures of flowers who came into being in a myth, then write about how the flower got its name, 4 flowers total: Narcissus, Hyacinth, Anemone and Sunflower.
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Dispel Myths, Save Lives

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the reality of underage drinking. In this underage drinking lesson, students read the USA Today article titled 'Dispel Myths, Save Lives,' respond to discussion questions regarding the article, and complete an activity...
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Greco-Roman Origin Myths

For Students 5th - 6th
In this Greco-Roman origin myths worksheet, students read a list of 7 commonly used terms. Students research the origin of one or two of these terms and write about and illustrate their findings. Example: atlas, Herculean effort, tantalize.
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The Myth of Sisyphus

For Students 8th - 12th
In this online interactive philosophy worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus.
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Mythological Soaps

For Teachers 6th - 9th
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 goddesses. To end the lesson, they draw their own caricature of their...
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It's Greek to Me!

For Teachers 6th
Students explore Greek Mythology. In this Greek Mythology unit, students read myths, pantomime vocabulary words, practice research skills, create city-states, and demonstrate knowledge of ratios and proportions. This unit includes many...
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Religion in Politics and Daily Life

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine various aspects of religion in ancient Rome including the role of mythology, polytheism versus. monotheism, the treatment of Jews and Christians, and the spread of Christianity.
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Greek Vase Painting Project

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students identify the cultural context of ancient Greek, and especially Athenian, vase painting and the range of vase painting depictions of daily life and mythology. They experience the artistic and technical process of creating Greek...
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Children of Clay

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders identify and interpret the Pueblo Native American culture and history and comprehend their folklore and songs. They also create their own piece of pottery with clay and write a myth about the piece of pottery they made....
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Importance of Rice

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the importance of rice in our world. In this rice farming lesson plan, 3rd graders discover how much rice we use on a daily basis. Students also discover myths from other cultures about rice. Students color code a...
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Putting a Spin on Current Events

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners discover propaganda.  In this Greek mythology lesson, students discuss meanings of ancient art work with their class.  Learners investigate the dishonesty behind propaganda.  
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Major Greek Gods and Goddesses

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
From Poseidon (Neptune) to Aries (Mars) and Apollo, learners are given a great overview of the major Greek gods and goddesses with this resource, which includes a graphic organizer and reading excerpts on each of the gods. 
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Daedalus and Icarus

For Students 3rd - 9th
The cautionary tale of Daedalus and Icarus is the core text for a series reading comprehension exercises based on the myth.
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Diversity: Origin Myths

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders analyze origin myths and the diversity of First Nations groups.  In this history instructional activity, 5th graders review the geography of Canada and read various origin myths.  Students illustrate one of the myths and...
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Songs, Myths and Games

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders recognize that the Ojibwa lived in a serene environment which shows in their legends. For this songs, myths and games lesson, 4th graders recognize characteristics of the Ojibwas culture through the study of their games,...
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Native American Creation Stories: Matching

For Students 5th - 10th
In this creation myths learning exercise, students match the 15 Native American creation stories or characters listed with the appropriate 15 descriptions.
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Look in the Mythic Mirror: I've Got Rhythm!

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners explore the relationships between music, poetry, and visual art. Using the story of Orpheus and Eurydice, pupils develop an awareness of the compositional elements of the Classical style, and the aesthetic effects of those...

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