Lesson Plan

Exploring Allusions to Myths in The Lightning Thief: Close Reading Part 1 of “Prometheus”

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It's all just an allusion. Scholars learn the meaning of allusion and read an allusion in The Lightning Thief. Learners gather in their triads and discuss questions from the text to take a close look at vocabulary words and choose an unfamiliar word to write on their tickets. Readers then answer questions and discuss the Myth of Prometheus that was referenced in the text.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Begin a chart comparing and contrasting the various Greek gods in the myths discussed
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson 8 of 20 in Grade 6 ELA Module 1, Unit 2
  • Order of lessons matter
  • Requires ticket made of pieces of paper large enough to write one word
Pros
  • Includes a guide for close reading
  • Offers ideas to modify instruction for struggling readers
Cons
  • None