The Odyssey by Homer (retold by Geraldine McCaughrean)
The Odyssey is the classic story of Odysseus' epic voyage home after the battle at Troy. Our hero shows true will and determination in his desire to get back to a place called home.
We will examine this classic tale in terms of myth and oral tradition, focusing on how past and present myths and stories create a sense of community passed from one generation to the next. We will examine the stories told in our communities and come up with our own unique myths in true traditional oratory style.
Unit Objectives:
By the end of this unit on The Odyssey, students will able to:
See and explain connections in literary themes across texts