Greek Mythology Self-Paced: The Heroes (Teens)
Izzy Mason
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(185)
In this 6 week Self-paced class, learners will dive into the fascinating world of Greek Heroes and their great adventures.
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Welcome to the 6 week class about Greek Heroes! The stories of the heroes have been fascinating people for thousands of years. The Greek Heroes go on epic quests and journeys. They fight monsters. Gods and Goddesses appear throughout the tales to both help and hinder them. The stories include comedy and tragedy along the way. They seek guidance from various sources and sometimes even cross paths with each other. This class welcomes learners of all types and interactivity levels. It is great...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Theseus and PerseusIn this lesson, there are two videos, one for each hero, and a discussion activity.Week 2Lesson 2Jason and the ArgonautsThis lesson covers the quest of Jason and Golden Fleece. His story includes a whole crew of heroes (some who even have their own adventures later on!). The story is told in 2 parts and includes and art challenge.Week 3Lesson 3Bellerophon, Cadmus, and AtalantaThere are three heroes this week, including the one and only female hero. Belleraphon: a predictable hero with a comical downfall. Cadmus: The builder of a city. This guy is for the plot. Atalanta: A Strong independent women with an interesting end to her story. This lesson also comes with an extra video to test you on your knowledge of our heroes!Week 4Lesson 4HeraclesYou might know him by the name Hercules (his Roman name). Heracles goes on 12 different quests to make up for a tragic event at his own hands. His cousin has great reactions throughout the tale. Heracles is proof that sometimes its not brains or brawn that helps you conquer an opponent. His story is broken up into 3 videos with a follow up discussion.Week 5Lesson 5AchillesAchilles was a great hero of the Trojan War. Learn about him and his actions in this 3 part adventure. This includes some, but not all, major events of the Trojan War. You will also discover why we, to this day, have an Achilles Heel! Once you have made it through his journey, you can enjoy Kahoot! Challenge.Week 6Lesson 6OdysseusOdysseus was also a great hero of the Trojan War, but his tale starts just as it ends. Learn about his decade long journey home in 4 parts followed by a map activity.
Students will learn all about the adventures of the Greek Heroes.
20+ years of loving Greek Mythology and a recent extended trip to Greece serve as my knowledge base.
Homework Offered
Weekly activities to be completed.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
These are tales of great battles and can include some violence. All language and descriptions will be kept appropriate for students. Kahoot! is used as an Optional Activity
No outside materials will be used.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(185)
Hello! My name is Miss Izzy and I was definitely born to teach. I have a degree that covers topics such as teaching and learning, psychology, and humanities. Learning can, and should, be a lot of fun! I am always excited about trying something...
Self-Paced Class
$10
weekly or $60 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 4 learners
Ages: 14-18
