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Labyrinths

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Whether studying metaphors or Greek mythology, this labyrinth project is a fantastic lesson plan to add to your unit. It includes two versions of the labyrinth; making it with yarn or stone. If your materials are limited, you can even have your class just make drawings.

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metaphors, figurative language, literary devices, mysteries, greek mythology, myths, symmetry

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greek mythology, metaphor, minotaur, mystery, symmetry, labyrinths, mthology, prayer walk, visual and performing arts
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Grade
K - 12th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
Year
2008

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