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Young readers won't fly too close to the sun after reading an engaging retelling of the story of Icarus, Daedalus, and their ill-fated wings. Class members use a written transcript to follow along to an audio reading of "The Boy Who Flew Too High."
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Include in a lesson on mythological creatures or Greek mythology
- Have class members write a persuasive letter to Icarus to warn him about the fragility of his wings
Classroom Considerations
- Comment section is open to the public
- Story duration is 9:23
Pros
- An innovative way to keep learners engaged with a classic Greek myth
- Audio reading makes the text accessible to all readers
Cons
- None