Stories from The Iliad and The Odyssey

Middle School 1

Literature

Title: Stories from The Iliad and The Odyssey

Time: 4 weeks

Instructor: Munson

Materials:

1. The Iliad and The Odyssey (Kingfisher Series)

2. Troy and The Odyssey (films)

Activities:

1. Reading aloud

2. Taking notes and outlining

3. Taking quizzes

4. Visiting the Carlos Museum to view the Greek exhibits

Projects;

1. A chart of the Greeks and Trojans and their supporter

2. A depiction of the walled city of Troy

3. A map depicting the main locations associated with the Trojan War

4. A map of the journey of Odysseus

Evaluation:

1. Notes and outlining 10%

2. Oral Reading 10%

3. Project 30%

4. Class discussion 25%

5. Participation in Museum Trip  25%

100%