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Hermes and Loki and Tricksters Part 2: Crash Course World Mythology #21

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Cunning characters are so much fun, and that's no trick! The 21stt video in the 41-part Crash Course World Mythology series discusses how tricksters are culture heroes. Pupils learn about the trickster gods Hermes, from Greece, and Loki, from Norway. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have small groups research and discuss how Hermes' actions influenced Greek mythology and culture 
Classroom Considerations
  • Contains some mature content
  • Fast-paced narration makes it difficult to follow at times
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Helpful animations and graphics reinforce material 
  • Quirky and funny tone keeps the content interesting
Cons
  • None