Unraveling Myths Engaging 3 Day Lesson Plan Mythology Series ELA 8-10

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What is myth? Popular usage suggests this term means something that is not true or unfounded — as when someone might say, regarding the latest health fad, "Well, detox cleanses are basically a myth. Your liver is your best detoxer." So — to get middle and high school students thinking in terms of literary uses of the word "myth" — use this action-packed three-day lesson plan to spark debate and discussion on what exactly constitutes myth and mythological thinking.

*Note: This resource includes print and digital versions and is compatible with Google Workspace (Slides, etc.).*

Students Will Explore the Following Questions in this Lesson:

What is myth?
What are the aspects of myth?
What are the different types of myths?
What does the author infer about myths and myth-making?
What connections can you make about myths?

What's Included in this Individual 3-Day Lesson Plan and Activity:

Teacher's Notes and Navigation Page
3-Day Lesson Calenda
Presentation on Six Characteristics of Myth
- In PDF format and as a Google Slides Presentation
- Includes Reading Cloze Passage Worksheet (Plus Answer Key)
Define Myth Group Activity
- Both Printable and Digital Versions Included
- 20 Myth-related Quotations from a Variety of Sources
- Blank Myth-related Quote Template
- Group Graphic Organizer to "Define Myth"
- Peer Evaluation and Self-Reflection Tracker
Frayer Model Template for "Myth"
- As an extra step for students to explore the characteristics, meaning, examples, and non-examples of myth and mythological thinking.
- Both Digital and Printable Versions Included
Google Forms Links
- 2 Formal Self-Grading Assessments on What Is Myth?
- 2 Versions of an Exit Ticket
Essay Writing Prompt
B&W Low Ink Version (in Google Docs format)
Further Reading Guide (With hyperlinks)
- 10 Useful Resources for Researching Myth and Myth-Related Terms