LEARNING INTENTIONS: MYTHS AND LEGENDS
We are learning:
Why:
- to improve our writing skills
- to develop our understanding of classical literature
ACTIVITIES
Activity One: Exploring Hero Myths
Joseph Campbell developed the idea of a ‘hero with 1000 faces’. Essentially he was saying that there is one basic hero story that is told over and over again, from ancient myths to modern day superhero stories. In these stories, the hero is ‘called to adventure’ and often has a teacher or guide to help him on his way. He overcomes a series of challenges, but eventually triumphs and receives his reward.
Click on the link below to download a copy of the Mythweb question sheet. You will need to fill out the answers as you work through the Jason myth on the Mythweb website. The Website link is below the question sheet one.
Question sheet – Jason and the Argonauts on Mythweb
Mythweb site – Jason and the Argonauts myth
Once you have answered all of the questions, explore some of the other hero myths featured on the Mythweb website.
Extension Tasks:
To develop your understanding of ancient myths further, watch the video link below that summarizes Homer’s famous poem, telling the story of Odysseus.
Create a Facebook page:
Click on the link below to view an Theseus’ facebook page:
https://www.classtools.net/FB/1249-skpdA9
Now, go to this site: https://www.classtools.net/FB/home-page to create one of your own on the Greek or Roman legend of your choice. Make sure you do a little research first – you need to create a minimum of 5 short posts before you can save your work. What events would your hero post about? Who would respond to the posts?
