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Ocean Mythology

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Students examine Greek and Roman mythology concerning the oceans and humankind's relationship with them, and create presentations to share with classmates.

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mythology, myths, oceanography, oceans

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mythology, oceanography, science
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Grade
5th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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Technology
Ed Software
Year
2001

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