Unit 5: Ancient Greece & Rome - Analyzing Greek Myths & Legends

Activity #1

Guided Notes: Topic = Greek Myths & Legends

Key Question: 

What do myths attempt to explain?

Why did the ancient Greeks tell these myths?

Activity #2

In the Beginning Myth
&
The Olympian family Tree
& Mythical Creatures

Homework: Finish Olympian Family Tree & Important Facts about Greek Monsters & Invent your own magical creature

Activity #3

Analyzing A Greek Myth

Directions: Work in a group of 3 to complete the Greek Myth Story Frame

***You can choose any of the myths in the book

Activity #4

Create your own Greek God

*****If you finish, Create a detailed illustration of your Greek God

****Bonus Activity****

Draft your own Greek Myth or Legend. Use the god or goddess you created as the central character for your myth.