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No wonder the ship was called the Titanic. An investigation of Norse, Roman, and Greek Mythology provides insight into mythological characters and corresponding words in the English language. A close look at roots, prefixes, and suffixes also provides scaffolding for the study of word origins and meanings. Culminating skits bring these mythic gods and their characteristics to life.

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mythological characters, myths, mythology, word origins, etymology, roots

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Prefix, Dictionary, etymology, Scripts, word origins, mythological characters, root, search engine skills, suffix word construction, mythological eras, dialogue., english language arts
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Grade
9th - 10th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
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Collaborative Learning
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Video
Year
2000
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