Graphic novels can be used as an educational tool to introduce academic literature elements in a non-threatening, entertaining environment. This class will introduce students to an ancient genre that has had a profound effect and worldly influence on culture, art, and literature on a global scale: Greek Mythology. The foundation of Greek mythology is the drama of the mythical Greek gods and goddesses. Students will read and learn about six major Greek gods.
The class will read and discuss the graphic novel "The Olympians" by George O'Connor. Each day, we will discuss a different god or goddess. Lecture and discussion will be used to discover the world surrounding Greek mythology.
Week 1:
 Day 1: Zeus - Approximately 80 - 85 minutes of reading/role playing and classroom discussion ending with a round of Kahoot (app. 10 -15 minutes)
Day 2: Poseidon - Approximately 80 - 85 minutes of reading/role playing and classroom discussion ending with a round of Kahoot (app. 10 -15 minutes)
Day 3: Hades - Approximately 80 - 85 minutes of reading/role playing and classroom discussion ending with a round of Kahoot (app. 10 -15 minutes)
Week 2:
Day 4: Hera - Approximately 80 - 85 minutes of reading/role playing and classroom discussion ending with a round of Kahoot (app. 10 -15 minutes)
Day 5: Athena - Approximately 80 - 85 minutes of reading/role playing and classroom discussion ending with a round of Kahoot (app. 10 -15 minutes)
Day 6: Aphrodite - Approximately 80 - 85 minutes of reading/role playing and classroom discussion ending with a round of Kahoot (app. 10 -15 minutes)
In addition to reading aloud, role-playing will be incorporated into the class to support student interaction. Student will be given a character(s) to read during class. After a few sessions, students will be given the opportunity to choose the character(s) they want to read.