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It’s Greek to Me: Greek Mythology Unit PlanIt’s Greek to Me: Greek Mythology Unit Plan
Publisher
MENSA Education & Research Foundation
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Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Unit Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
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Direct Instruction
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Internet Access
Year
2010
Unit Plan

It’s Greek to Me: Greek Mythology

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Designed as extension exercises in homeschool or classroom settings, as well as for individual work, the ideas in this packet are sure to engage learners in an investigation of Greek mythology.

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Concepts

greek mythology, ancient greece

Additional Tags

social studies

Classroom Considerations

  • The lessons are designed to meet the needs of seventh grade gifted children but would also be appropriate for high school learners

Pros

  • The packet includes images and a brief biography of the major Greek gods and goddesses, a bibliography, web references, and graphic organizers

Cons

  • None

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