This teacher guide will take you and your high school level student from the beginnings of civilization in mesopotamia and sumer, on to ancient egypt, through the wanderings of the jews and the splitting of the israelites into the kingdoms of israel and judah, to the yellow river and the first emperor of china, through the indus valley and its. A time when they make their first friends independent of parents and siblings. It comes from the greek word for troy ilios or ilion. Given my students lack of academic preparation in greek mythology the days of high school introductions via edith hamilton being long passed, their only.
Jennifer villalpando teaching high school english 9th grade. An epic adventure poem from the beginning of greek literature, the iliad has long. Danielle waring, a ninth grade english teacher, has been named stamfords teacher of the year. In contrast, i believe collegelevel writing should focus more on the students ideas and exhibit his or her individuality. Given my students lack of academic preparation in greek mythology the days of high school introductions via edith hamilton being long passed, their only prior knowledge has come to them through popular films, a. There is no better time to address universal issues like friendship, suffering, and betrayal than in the preteen and teen years, and there are no better examples to use than these incredible stories the iliad, the odyssey, and the aeneidwhich work.
O homer, where art thou teaching the iliad and the odyssey. The iliad lesson plan contains a variety of teaching materials that cater to all learning styles. At american senior high school we teach the classics including. How to teach literature to struggling readers high school. Dec 27, 2011 this video is about a language arts model lesson taught by one of american senior high schools finest teachers, mr. Whether you are teaching a world literature class or the history of ancient greece specifically, homers the iliad will likely be a pinnacle text for you to draw on. Teaching mythology requires teaching a new set of reading strategiesreading strategies that explore cultures, recognizing themes, and visualizing. From the wrath of achilles to the machinations of agamemnon that led to the fall of troy, the iliad is one of the most compelling meditations on the human condition ever written. Educational philosophy, home education homeschooling high school. Approaches to teaching homers iliad and odyssey approaches to teaching world literature, approaches to teaching world literature hardcover 9780873525008.
Learners of all ability levels enjoy the adventurous and imaginative stories of the greek gods and mortals, and the odyssey is a good introduction to similar stories, such as beowulf, that they may encounter later in their high school studies. The aims of this iliad lesson for year 45 children are. Assembled to aid high school literature teachers in exploring the epic with their students, materials in this book approach the epic as a product of a specific culture which presents vivid pictures of earlier societies. The supplemental materials and background information are very. At the iliad academy preschool we use this magical time to introduce. We acknowledge that ways of knowing and ways of teaching need metrics of some sort but there is no universal truth. Homers iliad and odyssey have been at the heart of western literature for about 2,800. The instructor should choose those ideas most adaptable to his or her way of teaching. We also have a couple ideas for student analysis of the myths they love most. Iliad timeline english lessons, english language arts. Mallory young tarleton state university stephenville, texas, usa. Shmoop is a labor of love from folks who love to teach. Teaching literature to struggling readers at the high school level is tough.
Jan 06, 2015 the iliad and the odyssey are pillars of our literary and storytelling heritage. Finally, write a paragraph or two summing up homers ideas about women in the iliad what they are like and how they are treated. Then consider the iliad you need to read most of it to do this one and think about the foreign elements of troy from homers point of view. The complexity of the story is best for high school students, but that should not be interpreted to preclude younger students. Playing with your friends is something you dont always get to do and that is what makes high school soccer so special. Ii is a great teaching tool to help students connect to the essential parts of these classic stories. Imagine being able to read this epic poem in middle school. Teaching the iliad and the odyssey through popular culture. There are blooddrenched epic battles, treachery, and abandonment. Homers iliad and odyssey essay questions allow homers iliad and odyssey to come alive for students.
Teaching civics and current events in the era of fake news february 5, 2018 by brandy vencel. Preschool is the beginning of your childs educational journey. The goal of this section is to provide suggestions to make study of the iliad more enjoyable. She teaches a class at westhill high schoo on thursday may 2010 in stamford, conn. Homers odyssey lesson plan for 9th grade with tips and. We offer customized programs that wont break the bank. The iliad and the odyssey are pillars of our literary and storytelling heritage. Get your students talking about the characters, plot twists. Approaches to teaching homers iliad and odyssey modern. This set of lesson plans consists of approximately 124 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials. Homer lesson plans for the iliad and the odyssey free english learning and teaching resources from varsity tutors. Alongside awardwinning professor elizabeth vandiver, examine the most. The iliad the students will utilize independent research skills, computer skills, and cooperative group skills to complete the units assignments. The events in the iliad were as well known to the ancient greeks as the story of noahs.
Wheatley, our head of school, and, knowing the death of hector is imminent, they often express the fear that they are going to cry in class. Data visualization and the classics one teacher spiced up the iliad with data visualization, inspiring middle school students to take a fresh look at narrative, themes, characterizations, and methods of factbased inquiry. View iliad rodriguezs profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Parental advisory, ages 15 to adult the iliad is a classic tale full of dread, death, war, and love. A reading scheme designed for year 7 but suitable for any key stage three class with the assessment question how is achilles characterised in the iliad. Students will gain a better understanding of homers work, epic poems, and greek mythology using these thought provoking questions. Achilles and agamemnon have a fight, which results in achilles leaving the battle. In teaching the iliad as part of a survey class, i make use of one primary interpretive approach that i believe provides the spark of recognition my uninitiated students need. Map showing the homeland of characters in homers iliad ancient hellas. This teachers guide to the version translated by robert fitzgerald contains suggested background. Modern language association of america, kostas myrsiades. For high school and college students, required reading can easily become the ultimate antagonist.
May 28, 2017 a reading scheme designed for year 7 but suitable for any key stage three class with the assessment question how is achilles characterised in the iliad. Everything high school taught you about the odyssey and. This video is about a language arts model lesson taught by one of american senior high schools finest teachers, mr. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover iliads. As a result of being immersed in the iliad and greek civilization, the students should develop a greater appreciation of the ancient greeks and the lasting influence of their literature. The the iliad lesson plan contains a variety of teaching materials that cater to all learning styles. Is it possible to teach classical literature to middle school students. The essays discuss backgrounds, influences, and themes and describe specific approaches, such as using the iliad as a springboard for teaching literary history, examining what the odyssey offers modern readers, and reading aristotless poetics to glean insights into homers achievement. The story focuses on the siege of troy during the final year of a tenyear battle between the greeks and the trojans. Teaching the iliad the iliad is a wonderfully rich epic poem to explore in your classroom.
Ideal for use alongside the odyssey writing scheme but can also be used as a standalone unit. Jan 24, 2020 teaching literature to struggling readers at the high school level is tough. Achilles and agamemnon are the two most outstanding men in the iliad, yet they behave in ways that are destructive to their men. The iliad of homer 1873 lesson plan template and teaching resources. You could start with book 2, where the list of trojan allies includes peoples from various parts of anatolia and elsewhere. There is no better time to address universal issues like friendship, suffering, and betrayal than in the preteen and teen years, and there are no better examples to use than these incredible stories the iliad, the odyssey, and the aeneidwhich work their way into so many aspects of our culture today. Encyclopedia mythica brief articles about figures from many. The iliad lesson plan template and teaching resources. What is the background for the story of homers epic poem, the iliad. A teachers guide to teaching the iliad, full of standardsbased activities. The connection comes not through their knowledge of specific popculture texts but rather through a typically indirect but keen interest in the experience of soldiers and veterans. My students need 30 copies of the book black ships before troy, the story of the iliad will help me achieve this goal. The illiad for middle school donorschoose project by mrs. Yoll also find teaching tips and and a sample essay plan you can use to build or update your curriculum.
Iliad rodriguez teacherleland high school san jose. Classical education depends on a threepart process of training the mind. It is full of history, memorable characters and even mythological references. Aug 20, 2019 this breakout escape room is a fun way for students to test their knowledge with the trojan war as told within homers iliad and odyssey. The title, the iliad, is likely a word your students havent heard before. But historian and author of why homer matters adam nicholson is. Ancient history teacher guide for high school beautiful. An epic adventure poem from the beginning of greek literature, the iliad has long been attributed to the poet homer, though most scholars believe its a story passed down in the oral tradition through many generations. Mythology, folklore, and the heros journey free english learning and teaching resources from varsity tutors. Take an indepth look at homers epic greek poem in the iliad of homer and realize why this literary masterpiece is held in such high regard. This breakout escape room is a fun way for students to test their knowledge with the trojan war as told within homers iliad and odyssey. The early years of school are spent in absorbing facts, systematically laying the foundations for advanced study. The iliad teachers guide the iliad teachers guide an epic adventure poem from the beginning of greek literature, the iliad has long been attributed to the poet homer, though most scholars believe its a story passed down in the oral tradition through many generations. This ebook text has been shared by project gutenberg.
This volume offers more of the great type of materials offered in the first volume. The suffix ad means associated with, hence the iliad is a story associated with troy. Each year, our students at highlands latin school read the iliad, under the guidance of mr. Iliad timeline english lessons, english language arts high. To modify this assignment have students read summaries of both p. These teacher resources can help you develop your curriculum for homers epic poem the iliad. Most high school texts containing the lliad describe homer as a specific. The iliad and odyssey are the beginnings of western literature.
One teacher spiced up the iliad with data visualization, inspiring middle school students to take a fresh look at narrative, themes. Inside youll find 30 daily lessons, 20 fun activities, 180 multiple choice questions, 60 short essay questions, 20 essay questions, quizzeshomework assignments, tests, and more. This is the second in a series from zachary hamby on teaching mythology. Our goal in teaching writing is to develop the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, interesting, and effective manner. The iliad, the odyssey mark twain, jane austen, charles dickens, and so much. This retelling by rosemary sutcliff makes the extraordinary story of the trojan horse. This escape room focuses on the events of the trojan war through the identification of the many figures involved. Group travel partners with teachers across the united states to provide highquality.