Lesson plans enable learners to deepen their understanding of the true meaning of Greek mythology especially in the areas of the Greek hero and the presence of mythology in contemporary culture.

Students will compare and contrast the written version of Pandora's Box with a video clip version. Video clip and worksheets are included.

Amy Adkins explains the myth of Icarus and Daedalus. [5:08]

Learners will be introduced to the Greek myth of Pandora by critically analyzing Odilon Redon's painting Pandora. They will then create their own box with both two- and three-dimensional symbols that represent an emotion to be contained...

Explore characterization, plot and setting and compare these elements in mythology and modern works of literature, film and television. Retell myths in modern settings or modern-day stories using a mythological Greek setting. While this...