Mythological Minis: A Peek at the Olympians
In this six-week class, young learners will hear stories about some of the Olympian gods and interact by drawing pictures and participating in the discussion.
Jasmyne F.(M.S)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(216)
What's included
6 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 2
Beginner Level
Students will learn basic age-appropriate information about the Greek gods in this 6-week course. They will learn several themes dealing with love, loss, family, and friendship. Each week 1-3 stories will presented and some weeks there will be an addition of age-appropriate puppets to highlight some stories. This course will focus on highlighting elements that younger students can relate to. Students will be prompted to interact with each other as well as the teacher. In this course, the students will learn about the ancient Greek lifestyle, sibling rivalry, Hera's role with Hercules, the birth of Hephestus, and more. They will have questions to discuss based on the background of the gods. Stories will be told and students will draw something significant to what they’ve heard, for example, a vase. They will share their drawings and interact by giving positive affirmations. 5 minutes: Introductions 5 minutes: Background and thinking questions 10 minutes: Story with pictures (puppets possible) 15 minutes: Draw 5: Share and affirm
Learning Goals
Create a visual representation of a story told.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Beauty and The Beast
In this class we will discuss the birth of Zeus in a light-hearted way and what he and his brothers have control over. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Parental Authority
Hephaestus is born and we will discuss his birth, Aphrodite's birth, and their marriage. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Quiet Ones
We will discuss why Demeter always seems grumpy and how Hestia decided to give up some power. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
War Among the Gods
Introductions and stories of Apollo and Athena. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course is specifically built so that students can participate at different comfort levels. Student accommodations are welcome.
Parental Guidance
Age-appropriate language will be presented, but as a reminder that some punishments turn people into things.
For example: In the Hera story, it will just be said that they are enemies.
Supply List
Drawing materials.
Joined February, 2020
4.9
216reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
4+ years teaching mythology to children 7+ years licensed and teaching English Language Arts to childrenReviews
Live Group Class
$4
weekly or $20 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
2-6 learners per class
