Pokémon, Vikings, and Norse Mythology
Class experience
US Grade 2 - 5
There are more than 800 different types of Pokémon in the form of cards, TV shows, and games. How did the Pokémon creators come up with their ideas? Some are based on mythology! In this course, we'll explore some Pokémon that might have been inspired by the monsters and gods of Norse Mythology, as well as some references to Viking culture and history. Each lesson includes a recorded presentation, as well an extension activity that allows for deeper exploration of the topic and student...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Viking ReferencesIn this 13 minute video, you will learn about... - What were viking ships like? - What kind of helmets did Vikings wear? - Perrserker compared to the real Berserkers. - Runestones and Runerigus.Week 2Lesson 2Norse Mythology, Part 1In this 20 minute video, you will learn about... - An introduction to Norse mythology. - The Yggdrasil tree, and how it might have inspired the Tree of Beginning. - Possible inspirations from Norse mythology for Xerneas, Zygarde, Yveltal, and Dratini.Week 3Lesson 3Norse Mythology, Part 2In this 15 minute video, you will learn about... - Possible inspirations from Norse mythology for Perrserker, Emboar, Rapidash, and Honedge. - Scandinavian folklore, its origins, and the possible inspirations for Eevee and Gengar in Scandinavian folklore.Week 4Lesson 4Future Norse Pokemon?In this 7 minute video, you will learn about seven creatures/items from Norse mythology that could inspire awesome Pokemon, including: - Hugin and Munin - Ratatoskr - Sleipnir - Thor's Hammer - Gjallarhorn - Heidrun
Some creatures from Norse Mythology might be violent or scary for very young learners.
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Ages: 7-12