This 17-lesson myths writing unit is targeted at Year 8. It explores a wide variety of myths and gives pupils varied opportunities to practise their creative writing.
Here is an overview of the lessons included:
- Overview of Ancient Greece and the Greek gods
- Perseus and Medusa
- Odysseus and the Cyclops
- The Mares of Diomedes
- Orpheus
- Pandora
- Arachne
- Creating an Mythical Creature
- Creating a Mythical Setting
- Engaging Story Openings
- Atmosphere
- Assessment Prep
- Assessment on Hercules’s 13th Labour
- Fun Quiz
- Thor’s Stolen Hammer
- Death and the Boy
- Creating a Mythical Hero
Also, here is a list of the main resources included:
- PowerPoints for every lesson, including notes where required
- Copies of the myths
- Worksheets
- Competitions and quizzes
- Video clips
- Writing tasks
Important note: I have not included copies of the myths (aside from Medusa) so that I am in line with copyright rules. These myths can all be found in the book called ‘Myths and Legends’ by Anthony Horowitz.
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