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What happens when the ugliest monster, the most beautiful princess, and the most heroic son of Zeus meet in a Greek myth? There's adventure—and tragedy—abound in an audio version of "Andromeda and Perseus" that details the rescue of Andromeda and the slaying of Medusa.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners retell another myth from a different character's perspective
- Extend the story with a lesson on the death of Perseus
- Before listening, ask the class what they know of Andromeda to see if they are familiar with the constellation
Classroom Considerations
- If you plan to provide examples of famous paintings of Andromeda throughout history, be aware that most artwork depicts her as naked
- Provides a lot of exposition about the origins of both title characters; consider pairing these parts with the attached guide to Greek gods and creatures
- Story duration is just under 27 minutes
Pros
- Told from the point of view of Andromeda, lending a uniquely female perspective to the Greek myth
- Uses language that makes the story accessible to readers of all level
Cons
- None