World Myths and Legends: 25 Projects You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself)
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| Rating | : | 4.11 (608 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 193467043X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-08-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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--Gillian Engberg . Grades 4-6. With proper context and discussion, though, this title offers solid, interactive opportunities to explore world mythology. Each chapter, which focuses on the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, or the Americas, provides a succinct introduction to major themes and characters in a culture’s mythology, a glossary, short retellings, and more historical and cultural background, followed by easily assembled projects, as in the section on Sub-Saharan Africa, which p
"Epic ideas to help delve into MYTHS and LEGENDS" according to Surplus Sunshine. With the new common core standards, this little book is very helpful. As a grade 6 language arts and geography teacher, there are creative hands on ideas to get the kids and adults engaged in this new adventure of myths and legends.We all enjoyed the idea of . Maria G. Mena said Great Book!. The information contained is wonderful and my students love to learn about other cultures myths and legends.
All societies have their own myths and legends, but they're much more than just stories. From the Greek myths to ancient epics like Gilgamesh and the trickster tales of Anansi the Spider, it helps readers think about why the same themes, characters, and events may show up in different parts of the globe.Along the way kids will also find lots of fun and interesting projects that let them experience the stories first-hand. Myths and legends tell us about a people’s history, science, and cultural valuesthe things they knew, the things they believed, and the things they felt were important.World Myths and Legends retells tales from the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. World Myths and Legends unveils wonders of the ancient world as it takes readers on a fascinating adventure of mystery and imagination.