Unit 2

Mythology

In this unit, students will dive into a deep study of mythology, its elements, and its role in ancient times and the present. Students will read a number of short myths, informational texts about myths, and the novel, The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan. A major element of myths is the archetype of The Hero's Journey. The novel is also rich with figurative language, providing students an opportunity to refine their previous skills and learn about allusions. Writing skills will be practiced with short and long answer responses to prompts, informational paragraphs, and the narrative writing of short myths.