We are continuing our study of Greek mythology. Last week we began Greek mythology with the myth, "Phaethon, Son of Apollo" and "Hercules". We will continue this week with a few more classic Greek myths. You will need your Literature book on Tuesday and Wednesday. Also, don't forget to wear your Olympic shirt Friday! Here's the schedule:
MON. Complete Hercules, Write a summary of your information HW: complete summary if necessary
TUE. Read "Demeter & Persephone" in Literature Book, Read Mythology Background information, complete response sheet Download Demeter & PersephoneHW: complete response if necessary
WED. Read "Icarus and Daedalus" in Literature Book, Discuss how myths explain natural events on Earth HW: none
THU. Origins of Greek Mythology, D.O.L. Check, OPTIONAL - If you are dissatisfied with your score for the Greek Mythology Review assignment from Wednesday, you can replace that assignment with today's review assignment Download Greek Mythology review. It must be turned in by Friday morning during homeroom to receive credit. If you need help, try your textbook or this website: http://myths.e2bn.org/mythsandlegends/ HW: Wear your Olympic team's shirt tomorrow!
FRI. OLYMPICS! HW: Take a few minutes and review possible summer reading choices for 8th grade. The authors' names listed are suggestions. You may choose a different author, but please look at the lexile score when you receive your CRCT results. Your book should fall in this lexile range. Here's a link to the list: http://www.cobbk12.org/~dodgen/information.html
