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Creative Experiences in Mythology: Greek Mythology (G3414AP) $17.95 $8.98



Creative Experiences in Greek Mythology includes ten myths. Following each story is vocabulary practice, comprehension and discussion questions, creative-thinking questions and other creative activities. At the end of the book is a research project.

The objectives of this book are to encourage students to learn about mythology, to use the acquired learning and to develop something new through a research project. In today's society, research is so important for the students. The skills needed to complete research will be used through college and careers. Educators must give students the skills to successfully complete research beginning in elementary school. Through the use of this book, opportunities will be made available for students to produce a project that will bring satisfaction to them and the teacher.

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Grades 5–8.

The lessons and activities in this book align with the following Common Core State Standards*:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.1-8.1, 9-10.1
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.1, 9-10.1
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.2, 9-10.2
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.4, 9-10.4
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.7, 9-10.7
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.7, 9-10.7
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.8, 9-10.8
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.9, 9-10.9
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.4. 7.4, 8.4, 9-10.4
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.5, 7.5, 8.5, 9-10.5

Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies.
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

Conduct short research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on several sources and generating additional related, focused questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration.z
Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis reflection, and research.

Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

*Authors: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers
Title: Common Core State Standards English Language Arts
Publisher: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers, Washington, D.C.
Copyright Date: 2010

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