Writing Mythological Monologues

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Writing Mythological Monologues

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Students research Greek gods and heroes; write a brief monologue, and then make a presentation as if they are that character. This project helps them remember characters from Edith Hamilton's "Mythology" and reinforces the material before beginning "The Iliad".

Education Levels:

Subject:

Writing (composition), Process Skills, Literature

Resource Type:

Lesson plan

Medium:

Text/HTML

Fee Status:

Free

Beneficiary:

Students

Online provider:

Lessonopoly

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Keywords:

Myths, Greek mythology, Monologues, Research skills

Mediator:

Secondary school teachers

Publisher:

Lessonopoly

Contributor:

Educators Reference Desk

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http://lessonopoly.org/

Language:

English

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Essential Resources:

Computers with Internet access; Students make one prop suitable to their own character; Large safety pins

Learning Time:

3 class periods

Subjects/Topics

P21 Subject:

Communication Skills, Language Arts, English

Learning Outcomes:

Broad Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.

Broad Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Speaking and Listening Standards

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.

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