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MYTHS

MYTHS. Native America . What I Want to Know. What I’ve Learned. What I Know. Do Now. On a post it note, write down what you know about Myths and Native America. Place it on the poster under “What I Know”. Objectives . Learn characteristics of Myths. Recognize the characteristics

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MYTHS

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  1. MYTHS Native America

  2. What I Want to Know What I’ve Learned What I Know

  3. Do Now On a post it note, write down what you know about Myths and Native America. Place it on the poster under “What I Know”

  4. Objectives • Learn characteristics of Myths. • Recognize the characteristics in a Native American Myth. • Ask and answer questions while evaluating the text.

  5. Native Americans were: Culturally diverse Rich in oral tradition Prolific in different genres of spoken literature Explorers of common themes, i.e., reverence for nature, worship of many gods.

  6. Native Americans Examples

  7. Types of Communication-Legends-Folktales -Myths

  8. Legend n. An unverified story handed down from earlier times, especially one popularly believed to be historical.

  9. One of the most famous legendary heroes in history is Robin Hood.  He's an archetypal figure in English folklore, whose story originates from medieval times but who remains significant in popular culture where he is painted as a man known for robbing the rich to give to the poor and fighting against injustice and tyranny. His band consists of a "seven score" group of fellow outlawed yeomen - called his "Merry Men.” There is no consensus as to whether or not Robin Hood is based on any historical figure and little reliable historical evidence exists to support either side of this debate. Legend of Robin Hood

  10. The search for the Holy Grail is one of the most popular and controversial legends in history. The Holy Grail was the dish, plate, or cup used by Jesus at the Last Super, said to possess miraculous powers.

  11. Folktales --A folktale (also spelled folk tale) is a story or legend forming part of an oral tradition. --Folktales are generally passed down from one generation to another and often take on the characteristics of the time and place in which they are told. --Folktales speak to universal and timeless themes, and help folks make sense of their existence or cope with the world in which they live.

  12. Birth of Pecos Bill Adopted by coyotes and becomes a cowboy A Baker’s dozen Saint Nicholas teaches a lesson to a stingy baker http://www.americanfolklore.net/

  13. MYTH Myth-A myth is a traditional, typically ancient story dealing with supernatural beings, ancestors, or heroes that serves as a fundamental type in the worldview of a people. The purpose of myths is to account for the origins of something, explain aspects of the natural world, or delineate the psychology, customs, or ideals of society.

  14. Think about a myth that you have heard or grown up with. Describe it to the person next to you. • 2 mins. • Share Out.

  15. Types of Myths

  16. Creation

  17. Nature- explains natural elements

  18. Ritualistic-explains rituals & ceremonies in society

  19. Catastrophic Myth Centered on major catastrophes

  20. Etiological- proper names Hercules

  21. Probing Questions What is the function of myths in society? What would our society be like without myths? Why do some societies still have the influence of myths evident in their society? Why are myths prevalent in some societies?

  22. Iroquois Myth:“The World on the Turtle’s Back” CREATION MYTH

  23. Cultural Connection • Iroquois explanation of how the world was created • -League of 5 Nations (Seneca, Cayuga, Oneida, Onondaga & Mohawk; later the Tuscarora joined) • -Lived in New York State from Hudson River to the Great Lakes • -Similar way of life (language, beliefs, etc.) • -Lived in Longhouses (pole frames covered with elm bark); • -women maintained gardens & gathered nuts & berries; • -men hunted, fished, & fought neighboring Mohicans

  24. Group Assignments Group 1- Identify the events in the story to support it is a myth. Group 2- Compare/contrast the twins using a Venn diagram. Group 3- Identify 2-4 questions about the reading that can be used for discussion. Group 4- What is the function of myths in society? Group 5- Why do some societies still have the influence of myths evident in their society?

  25. Group 6- What events take place in the story that support that it is a myth? Give textual evidence. Group 7- Based on the characters in the story, are conflicts realistic or mythical? Give textual evidence to support your answer. 20 Minutes to read

  26. Choose a facilitator (group leader) Responsibilities: -keep the group on task -watch the time -be the spokesperson if you have questions

  27. Exit Ticket Write and respond to the following question: • What did you learn about myths? Create 2nd sticky note and place under the “LEARNED” section of the chart.

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