Greek Gods - Wanted Poster!

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Objective

SWBAT research the backgrounds of notable Greek Gods/Goddesses. Using this information, they will create a wanted poster identifying well-known character traits.

Big Idea

Getting to know Greek gods/goddesses.

Lesson Author

Mary Lynch

Mesa, AZ

Grade Level

Seventh grade

Subjects

English / Language Arts

Standards

RL.7.2

Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.

W.7.2

Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

W.7.2a

Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

W.7.2d

Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

L.7.2

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Greek Gods Chart

20 minutes

New Reflection

As an introduction to mythology, I distributed "Greek Gods" Chart (Resources) and explained to the students that they would be completing this chart with a partner. They used their prior knowledge and a mythology website to research the gods role, symbols associated with the god, and Roman god counterpart. They had access to the websites using their phones or computers that were available in the classroom

Together we reviewed the information. Those with incorrect details had the opportunity to make corrections.