Mrs Joiners Library

Three presentations on the world of Greek mythology: The first begins with "what is myth?," moves onto an overview of the Big Twelve gods and goddess, and ends with an exploration of monsters and heroes.

Begin an introduction to mythology by explaining what constitutes a myth. Pair this with a mentor text, "Why Mosquitos Buzz in People's Ears," by Verna Aardema and have a discussion with your class about what myths mean to us as humans.

Teach your students a basic overview of the Greek gods! This presentation begins at with the swirling chaos of pre-gods and goes through the Big Twelve.

Going beyond the big twelve, introduce your students to the monsters and heroes of the Greek world.