Mythology

Mythology is another type of oral storytelling.  You will be learning about the Greek gods and some of the earliest myths in this unit.

Perseus and the Gorgon   

Read the myth
Want to read another version of the myth?  Click here! 
And here's another version

Watch the video
Medusa-Clash of the Titans (compare the original and the remake)
Watch this video on Perseus and the Gorgon
Watch Storyteller-Greek Myths - Perseus and the Gorgon in Educational | View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com

Unit 6: Oral Traditions and Storytelling

We are beginning a new unit!  We will be studying Oral Traditions and storytelling, starting with the study of American Tall Tales and Folklore.  Today you will learn about some of the New Hampshire folklore and some legendary heroes in American Folk history.  Complete the questions on the handout and enjoy learning about some bigger than life heroes!

 Quizlet-  Oral Tradition Flashcards.  Study the definitions of important terms you need to know during this unit.

Sites you will be visiting today:

American Folklore-  Use this site to find tall tales from different parts of the country
Tall Tales -the basics  A lot of good links to different tall tales
American Tall Tales-  good site with some videos to watch
Animated Tall Tales- a fun, interactive site to learn more about tall tales
Myths, Folklore and Fairy Tales- Read different myths and legends from around the world
Aesop's Fables- online collection of Aesop Fables
Beowulf-  want to learn more about Beowulf.  Check out this site!
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7th Grade Tech Class:  Understanding Tall Tales In class today (5/17/13) you will be creating a poster introducing your Tall Tale hero (You can make the poster using a word document).  You will use this poster during your oral presentation.  You only have one class to complete this assignment! Your poster must include:    Picture of Hero   Name of hero Brief summary of his feats/accomplishments—these can be bulleted    A quote from the story that shows what he is like and is an example of hyperbole.  If you can’t find one, you may write one yourself. Your poster should fill the entire page (81/2 x 11).  Your hero’s name should be large and bold.  Be creative in your presentation. You need to print out two color copies for class.  Post your poster onto your blog by the end of tech class.

Finished researching?  Are you an expert of at least one Folk Hero?  Yes!  Now you try to write a Tall Tale.  Use this Graphic Organizer to get started.  When you finish.  practice reading it and then record your tall tale on the ipad.  Upload the finished version onto your blog!

Revising your Lead- Powerpoint Presentation

View this presentation for ideas on how to revise your lead.

 Now you try--write two new, original leads for your story. 
Choose from:

1.  Action

2.  Question

3.  Dialogue

4.  Snapshot

Anne Frank Reflection Activity

After you finish visiting the Secret Annex, choose one of the activities below to reflect on your learning and understanding of Anne and her experience.

1.  Create your own leaf for the Anne Frank Tree, an interactive monument on which young people from around the world share their thoughts, stories, and artwork on courage, freedom, goodness, and other themes related to The Diary of Anne Frank.  Click here to visit the Anne Frank Tree.

2. On The Secret Annex web site there is a description of what happened to each character after the secret annex was raided by the Nazis. Select one character featured in the film and use the Internet to find biographical data, photographs, and (if available) video of or writings by this person. Although Anne used pseudonyms in her diary, biographical information can be found on each resident of the annex. Compile the completed biographies into a class set and share your work with other classes or family members.

3.  Using the Internet, learn about and report on a present-day example of genocide or antisemitism. What are the roots of this situation? What steps are citizens and organizations taking to raise awareness and bring about change? In what concrete ways can you make a difference on this issue?

The Diary of Anne Frank: Exploring the Secret Annex

The Diary of Anne Frank:  Exploring the Secret Annex:

  Today you will begin to explore The Secret Annex and learn about its inhabitants.  Visit The Secret Annex and answer the questions on the handout.  Please take your time, explore the different sections, watch the videos and read the descriptions.  There are so many interesting things in this site to do and learn about.  Click here to download the worksheet.

 

Click here to visit The Secret Annex

Submitting work for our Showcase Blog

Making your Blog Private

Today we are going to learn how to make your blog private--which means you choose who gets to read your blog.  Click here to get to the instructions.  I will show you how to do it in class.

An interactive timeline of The Holocaust

Click here to view an interactive timeline of The Holocaust

Learning about the Jewish Faith

Create your own Playlist on MentorMob!

Click here for the Learning about the Jewish Faith worksheet.

Learning about The Holocaust

1.  April 8, 2013- I Promised I Would Tell by Sonia Weitz
Paragraph #1

• Include the title and author.  Provide a brief summary about your book (answering who, what, where, when, why). 

Paragraph #2

• Reflect personally on the story you read.  Why does it matter?  What did you learn that you did not know before?  What connections can you make?

2.  April 12th-Weekly Reflection

• This should be at least two paragraphs in length.  What have you learned about the Holocaust?  Provide specific facts and details that we have covered? Please avoid generalizations.   Share your responses to the material, to class discussion. 

 

Glogster Book Project

Glogster Book Project

Assignment:  You will create an interactive book project using Glogster to present your book to the class.  The Glogster will demonstrate your understanding of the book.  You will be assessed on your ability to make inferences, apply your knowledge, your creativity and technology skills to the project. 

1.  Create an account on our class Glogster page:

• Student registration link: http://edu.glogster.com/register?edu_type=student
• Students can create accounts in student registration.
• educator code  4E537G  

2.  Complete Graphic organizer thoroughly before your start the project—this is your ticket to begin the project!

3.  Begin creating your Glog! 

Model Glog on The Giver:   Click here to view model Glogster Book Project on The Giver.
Graphic Organizer:  Click here to view Graphic Organizer for Glogster Book Project 
Glog Requirements:   Click here to view Book Project Requirements

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