Keeping a Journal about Myths

SCIENCE CONCEPT:
Mythological stories developed as a result of man's early observations of flying objects and his attempts to explain the natural phenomena.
STUDENT OBJECTIVE:
The student will be able to either draw or write about myths that are read or studied in class.
OVERVIEW:
The student will demonstrate an understanding of myths related to flight.
TEACHER TEXT:
    From the beginning of history we have been fascinated by flight. Ancient myths and legends of every culture are filled with tales of gods and humans with the ability to fly. Symbols of freedom and mastery, flight myths fanned the dream of people everywhere to join their heroes in reality.

PREPARATION TIME:
20 minutes.
LESSON TIME:
30 minutes.
TEACHER PREP: WORDS TO KNOW:
  • myth
  • fantasy
  • journal
  • plus names of characters in the myths


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