Lesson: 2
Grade Level: 6
Subject: Language Arts
Learner
Outcomes: Students will search the Internet to find the
names
and
responsibilities
of the major Greek gods and goddesses and record these in a
chart.
They will complete a family tree showing the relationships between these
gods
and goddesses. Students will also read, illustrate, and summarize
myths
and
keep a reading log. In the summary, students will list the
characteristics
that
identify the story as a myth.
Duration of Lesson: 7-8 (45 minute) class periods
Materials:
Responsibilities
of the Gods worksheet & answer key
Family
Tree worksheet & answer key
Reading Log
Characters of Greek Mythology list of
gods
and goddesses
Selection of mythology books
Technology
Tools/ Courseware:
Computer with Internet connections
Microsoft Office (97 or later version)
Teacher
Notes: All sources may not list the gods and goddesses as
shown
on
the answer keys. Allow some flexibility in accepting answers.
Procedures:
1. Students will use the web sites listed and/or books to
complete
the
Responsibilities of the Gods and Family Tree worksheets.
2. Students will read 5 myths that tell stories about the gods and
goddesses on the provided list.
3. Students will keep a log of the myths they read.
4. Students will summarize and illustrate 3 of these myths.
In the summary,
students will list the characteristics that identify the story as a
myth.
Modifications:
Teachers should determine the need for student assistance
based
on modifications on the IEP and the request of the special educator.
Students
may work in pairs to complete the Responsibilities of the Gods and
the
Family Tree worksheets.
Enrichment
Activities:
1. Students may create a diorama of one the myths they read.
2. Students may create a crossword puzzle using the gods and their
responsibilities.
Evaluation
/ Assessment:
Scoring
Rubric: Students will be evaluated on the accuracy of their
worksheets
(sources
may have minor differences). They will also be evaluated on
completion
of the required reading, the reading log, and the summaries.
National
Standards:
Language Arts:
1. Gathers and uses information for research purposes
2. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies
of
the
reading process
3. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies
for
reading a variety of texts
West
Virginia IGOs:
RLA 6.1.1, 6.1.5
TEC 6.5.2, 6.6.1
References:
Marvelous Mythology by Mary Elizabeth Bradford & Nancy
Mastrolianni
Ancient Gods
Greek
Gods
Created
By: Holz Elementary School
Myrna Geiger
Rachel Sweet
Cathy Walker
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