Legends and Myths (1)

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This lesson contains 26 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 2 videos.

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Lesson Objectives:

1. At the end of this lesson, I can classify a story as a Myth or a Legend/Fable.

2. At the end of this lesson, I can explain (justify) why a story is a Myth or a Legend/Fable.

3. At the end of this lesson, I can determine the purpose of a Myth or Legend/Fable.

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Myths

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Legends/Fables

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Can you think of a Myth or Legend/Fable?

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Do you think there are modern versions of Myths and Legends/Fables?

Can you name some?

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Do you think all cultures have Myths and Legends/Fables?

Why?

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Inuit Stories

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Thinking moment.

Title of the story: Bear's Belly Burst

What do you think the story will be about?

Do you think it will be a Myth or a Legend?

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Predictions:

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In Pairs discuss:

1. What is the story about?

2. Is it a Legend/Fable or a Myth? Why?

(2-3 min)

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Share some thoughts?

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Let's get started!

You can choose two stories from the handout.

Complete the worksheets for the two stories you picked.

Bring completed worksheets to class for the next lesson.

(10 min)

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dashboard.blooket.com

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In Closing!

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Lesson Outcomes:

1. At the end of this lesson, I can classify a story as a Myth or a Legend/Fable.

2. At the end of this lesson, I can explain (justify) why a story is a Myth or a Legend/Fable.

3. At the end of this lesson, I can determine the purpose of a Myth or Legend/Fable.

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What is the difference between Myths and Legends/Fables?

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Homework

*Finish classwork handout.

*Start thinking of modern Myth or Legend/Fable ideas for the writing lesson

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