“Theseus and the Minotaur” Grade 4
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“Theseus and the Minotaur” Grade 4 is a 3-page literacy lesson pack with recounts of two Greek myths, Theseus as well as Daedalus and Icarus. The 3rd page has a small map of Ancient Greece and writting and discussion questions. Nothing gory in the retelling.
Description
“Theseus and the Minotaur”
Grade 4
“Theseus and the Minotaur” Grade 4 is a 3-page literacy lesson. This is a shortened account of a famous Greek myth. It includes the story of Daedalus and Icarus. There are no gory details.
What is in “Theseus and the Minotaur” Grade 4 :
Simple language but suited to this year level.
>> Short and accurate recount of two famous Greek stories.
>> Meanings in the word ‘Mediterranean’ with support.
>> Followed by discussion and review questions. “What would Theseus have done without the ball of wool?! He forgot to bring his own! And Icarus should have listened to his father! (Hoping the children work it out.)
>> Includes a map of Ancient Greece on which students write three labels by comparing with a modern map.
This work unit is suited to any teaching and learning environment, whether one to one, small group teaching or a full classroom. These stories are memorable and children will enjoy them. This unit also opens the chance for further enquiry work and reading of other myths.
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Some links: “Jasper’s Bad Behaviour” Grade 4 Worksheet Bundle N Grade 4, Teaching Grammar is Back, Post, Middle Primary School, Page
Extension reading : https://kids.kiddle.co/Ancient_Greek_sculpture
