MYTH TO MARVEL
The Hero's Journey
“Triumph of Achilles” by Franz Matsch
Essential Questions
1. What can we learn about a culture based upon their stories and ideals?
2. How have the Ancient Greeks influenced our culture today?
2. How have the Ancient Greeks influenced our culture today?
Literature Resources
- D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths
- Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods & Greek Heroes
- Troy-read aloud (play)
- A Message of Ancient Days (textbook)
Know
ELA
Global Citizenship
- The purpose of mythology
- Classic Greek myths
- Heroes’ Journey
Global Citizenship
- Roots of democracy
- Types of governments
Understand
Ancient Greece provided a foundation that has impacted literature, democracy and science.
Do
Analysis
R1a- Cite several pieces of relevant evidence, explicit or inferred, to support analysis of a text or experience.
Writing - LEAF Paragraph
VT ELA W2 - Produce clear and coherent writing for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
Gramma, Usage and Mechanics (GUM)
VT L6a-Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Habits of Mind
Engagement: The student actively participates in learning experiences, takes initiative, is productive, and uses technology to aid in learning.
Responsibility: The student is prepared for learning experiences, completes work and meet deadlines.
Perseverance: The student perseveres in the face of obstacles, takes academic and social risks and approaches challenges with a growth mindset.
Citizenship: The student positively contributes to the community and is respectful of others’ points of view and belongings.
R1a- Cite several pieces of relevant evidence, explicit or inferred, to support analysis of a text or experience.
Writing - LEAF Paragraph
VT ELA W2 - Produce clear and coherent writing for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
Gramma, Usage and Mechanics (GUM)
VT L6a-Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Habits of Mind
Engagement: The student actively participates in learning experiences, takes initiative, is productive, and uses technology to aid in learning.
Responsibility: The student is prepared for learning experiences, completes work and meet deadlines.
Perseverance: The student perseveres in the face of obstacles, takes academic and social risks and approaches challenges with a growth mindset.
Citizenship: The student positively contributes to the community and is respectful of others’ points of view and belongings.