Pre-Order: Myth and Meaning

Description

Explore the power of myths, folklore, archetypes and storytelling across cultures with Myth and Meaning, a complete literature and language arts unit. Guide middle and high school students through literary analysis, symbolism, the hero’s journey, and creative myth writing with lessons built around modern literature.

Students will:

• Analyze mentor texts
• Explore global mythology and African-American folklore
• Develop analytical and creative writing skills
• Complete engaging writing projects

This unit is ideal for homeschool families looking for an integrated literature-based language arts experience with clear structure, rich discussion, and thoughtful cultural connections.

This box contains:

• The Odyssey by Homer, with gilded edges for a beautiful addition to your home library
• Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia, a novel blending together African mythology and African-American folklore to explore historical themes of resilience and grief
• Writer’s Oracle cards to provide scaffolded instruction in character archetypes, plot structures, themes, symbolism, and literary devices
• Bookmark with quick reference notes to support annotation skills
• A journal for writing and note-taking
• A recipe card that ties into Tristan Strong’s cultural themes
• A 72-page unit guide with schedules, instruction, worksheets, and more

The digital unit include the  instructional guide with
• Lesson plans and discussion prompts
• Worksheets and literary analysis activities
• Writing assignments and rubrics
• Creative project directions
• Cross-cultural mythology connections

As well as:
• Audiobook access for the featured text
• Additional educational activities