Word maps contain definitions, synonyms, sentences using the word correctly, and illustrations. Step 3: Word Maps: Students plot word maps to help facilitate their understanding of new vocabulary encountered during the unit. nature, etc.) and how these conflicts are resolved. Step 2: Understanding Conflict and Resolution: Throughout the first two weeks, students read myths in class to determine the types of conflicts that occur (e.g., person vs. At the conclusion of the unit, students work in small groups to generate lists of new understandings about what they have learned.
Step 1: K-W-L: Use this activity at the beginning of the unit to assess how much students already know about mythology and to determine what they would be interested in learning.
