Friday, January 14, 2011

Language Arts: Mythology






Spartan students are reading the myths of ancient Greece to finish the second nine weeks. We will read "In the Beginning" and "After the Earth Appeared," two origin myths that provide important background information on the gods and goddesses. Then, we will read "The Palace of Olympus," to learn all about the personalities and spheres of influence of the Olympian gods. Here are some famous images of the gods. Can you guess who is depicted in each image?