Greek Mythology & Greek & Latin Roots (Ongoing Course)

New class

Ages 9-14

Live Group Class

In this interactive class, students will explore Greek myths & learn key Greek and Latin root words to boost vocabulary. Kahoot! games will reinforce the lessons, and handouts will help create an interactive notebook for continued learning.

Ms. Ganley, M.Ed

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5.0

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(54 reviews)

Live video meetings

2x per week

2-6 learners per class

40 min

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What's included

2 live meetings

1 hrs 20 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 7

Two Best-Selling Classes, One Epic Adventure!

⚡ Greek Mythology
🏛 Greek & Latin Root Words

In this fun and interactive class, students will journey through Greek myths while uncovering the meanings of key Greek and Latin root words that will will enhance their vocabulary.


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📖 New Ancient Greek Myth Every Session – Each class introduces a different text, making it perfect for students who are already familiar with Greek myths or those looking to deepen their understanding. Students can participate at any time, exploring the fascinating world of Greek mythology while incorporating Greek and Latin roots to build their vocabulary.

What to Expect Each Week
Students should come prepared to:
📖 Read aloud (optional) to build fluency and confidence
💬 Engage in discussions by sharing ideas, asking questions, and making connections
🎮 Play interactive Kahoot! games to reinforce learning in a fun and meaningful way

Example Week: The Beginning of the World
Root Words: 3 root words (geo, theo, cosm)

DAY 1 – MYTH: Chaos and the Birth of the First Gods
Students will read and discuss how the world began according to Greek Mythology

Vocabulary & Root Word Activity 
Optional Activity: Create a family tree of the first gods based on the text (Sequence Tracker)



DAY 2 – MYTH: The Rise of the Titans
Students will discover how power struggles shaped Greek mythology.

Learn how Ancient Greece’s geography influenced myths (Mount Olympus and the Underworld)

Activity: Kahoot Game


🌟will enhance their vocabulary

Each week follows this engaging format, allowing students to build reading confidence while exploring Greek mythology!

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This course is perfect for students who love mythology or want to develop stronger reading skills and vocabulary in a fun, interactive way. 

Join anytime!
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Grade Level & Reading Range
The Lexile range is a widely used system in schools to measure reading difficulty and match students with appropriate texts.

📌 A Lexile level of 700L–900L typically aligns with upper elementary (4th–5th grade) and early middle school (6th–7th grade) readers.

📌 This range is ideal for students who are strengthening their reading comprehension skills, including those who may need additional practice or reinforcement.

📌 While some middle school students may read at higher levels, this course ensures that all learners are supported with guided reading strategies, vocabulary development, and comprehension techniques to build confidence and fluency.
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Learning Goals

Engage with Reading – Students will read Greek myths and nonfiction texts to learn more about ancient Greece, while also building interest and confidence in reading.

Expand Vocabulary – Students will learn Greek and Latin root words to help decode unfamiliar words and strengthen vocabulary skills.

Other Details

Parental Guidance

While Greek mythology contains a range of themes, all stories and discussions in this course are carefully selected and presented in an age-appropriate, school-appropriate, and respectful manner. Lessons reflect traditional classroom standards and uphold classic values, ensuring a thoughtful and engaging experience for all students.

Supply List

Optional if students will be adding materials to create a spiral notebook (interactive notebook) for this class.  Spiral notebook, pencil, markers, crayons, glue, tape, stapler

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Kahoot

Sources

Hesiod's Theogony Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths Usborne’s Illustrated Stories from the Greek Myths National Geographic’s Treasury of Greek Mythology

Meet the teacher

Ms. Ganley, M.Ed

Joined June, 2020

5.0

54reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Arizona Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education

As a state-certified teacher and parent, I am passionate about creating engaging, student-centered learning experiences that help children build confidence and a love for learning.  

Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Bachelor of Arts, Education

Certified Standard Secondary Education (6 -12th)
Highly Qualified English, ESL Endorsed

Certified Standard Career and Technical Education and Training - Education Professions

Certified Standard Elementary Education (1 - 8th)

Approved Areas: English as a Second Language K - 12, Middle Grades 5 - 9
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