Border Legends, Myth, & Folklore

Are you are considering a unit on Beowulf or Superman, on myths, or tricksters? Here's a great overview you can use to launch a study of universal themes and archetypes. The focus here is on the oral tradition, but the concepts apply to...

A fantastic collection of Sioux legends and myths. Compiled in print by Marie L. Mclaughlin, and presented in electronic form by the University of Virginia.

A collection of Indian legends, compiled by author Zitkala-Sa. Fourteen legends are presented in electronic form by the University of Virginia.

Students use the internet to track the growth of the King Arthur legend from the Dark Ages to its arrival on the silver screen.

Was there really a guy named Homer? Was the Odyssey written by one man or many? Are the stories original or a retelling of well-known myths? It may not contain all the information that viewers need to know about The Odyssey but this...

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...

High schoolers examine all types of tales in an effort to better explain the relationships between humans and animals. They see how one culture may value an animal and another find the same animal a revolting beast.

Origin stories aren't just for comic books. Learners explore the Inca origin story and compare it to other familiar creation myths with an installment of the Native American Stories series. An easy-to-use lesson plan includes an...

Pupils examine why certain historical figures get credit for their accomplishments and others are forgotten. The importance and the need for historical accuracy form the focus of this lesson.

Students read legends about volcanoes. They develop their own legend and shares them with the class. They practice their writing skills as well.