The Odyssey by Homer tells the story of the hero Odysseus' journey from Troy to Ithaca. The trip should have taken a few weeks but instead lasted more than ten years. Follow the famed journey on this map of locations in Homer's Odyssey.

This is a unit on comparative and contemporary mythology which discusses how the myths from various cultures have similar themes, linguistics, structure, and/or psychological forces. It also discusses the influences of mythology on...

This is a comprehensive unit introducing mythology including key terms; its basis in traditions, faiths, and values; influences of mythology seen today; four functions of mythology; types of mythology; archtypes and leaders like Jung and...

Students explore the essential qualities of a leader and/or hero and the journey required for someone to become one. They consider how Anglo-Saxon and medieval writings have influenced the concept of modern-day heroes in literature....

Selected (6) reading passages (grades 8-11) to pair with the epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer. Odysseus, an ancient Greek war hero and leader of Ithaca, embarks on a twenty-year long return to his homeland after the fall of Troy. It is...

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit homebody, joins a party of dwarves and their wizard companion in a series of adventures to reclaim the dwarves' homeland from the great dragon Smaug. Selected (8) reading passages (grades 5-9) to pair with the...

"The Odyssey" is an epic poem about a Greek hero named Odysseus, also known as Ulysses in Roman myths, and his 10-year journey home after the fall of Troy. In this excerpt, Ulysses encounters the Sirens while at sea. A specific purpose...

This site focuses on Odysseus including his ancestry, his participation in the Trojan War, his ten-year journey at sea, and pictures and myths about him

Players are on a mission to repair cyberspace's Information SuperRailway, after pieces of its track were stolen by the villain Hacker. Using math problem-solving strategies including counting, addition, and spatial reasoning, players...

This is a collection of 12 videos about Ralph Ellison and his works especially his masterpiece "Invisible Man."

A retelling of Jason's journey, assisted by other heroes and the gods, to get the golden fleece. Challenging vocabulary adds rigor, and a casual tone adds interest and increases opportunities for connections with the text. This modern...

Jules Verne, who wrote over 80 books during his lifetime, is best known for his "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea." This article includes several images and related links.

Provides a brief classroom activity for students based on the Hero's Journey in Star Wars in commemoration of the birthday of George Lucas. Includes web links, a bibliography, and lesson plans. From ReadWriteThink's calendar on May 14,...

Providing translations, maps, essays, and resources, this is a good online resource for students, particularly advanced students, reading and studying the Anglo Saxon poem, "Beowulf." The "Old English" glossary included at this website...

[Free Registration/Login Required] Greek and Roman mythology come alive as students follow Odysseus's journey. Epic poetry and heroes are introduced.

This instructional activity, based on the animated story "Welcome Home Balto" from the PBS KIDS series MOLLY OF DENALI, helps children use visual imagery to enhance comprehension while listening to and reading informational texts. After...

Learn about an epic poem about the hero Odysseus and his journey home on this site. Read more information about Homer's Odyssey here.

Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek hero Odysseus, the heroin of Homer's Odyssey. Recounts the adventures Odysseus encounters on his travel home. Identifies key people and places involved in his journey.

Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek hero Odysseus, the heroin of Homer's Odyssey. Recounts the adventures Odysseus encounters on his travel home. Identifies key people and places involved in his journey.

Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek hero Odysseus, the heroin of Homer's Odyssey. Recounts the adventures Odysseus encounters on his travel home. Identifies key people and places involved in his journey.