Introduction to Greek Mythology - Interactive Presentation - Intro to Greek Gods

This interactive Introduction to Greek Mythology presentation makes an interesting and informative first lesson for teaching Greek mythology in middle school. Students will learn essential background information about the Ancient Greek civilization, the Greek creation story, the Titan War, and the 12 gods of Mount Olympus.

FAST FACTS ABOUT THIS INTRODUCTION TO GREEK MYTHOLOGY LESSON:

• Recommended for: Grades 5-8
• Formats: PowerPoint and Google Slides (you only need one) + PDF
• Lesson Duration: Interactive version can be done in one 50-minute class period; direct teaching version will take 2-3 days to complete.
• Editable: Yes, all text is editable

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Interactive version - PowerPoint and Google Slides
• Non-Interactive version - PowerPoint and Google Slides

INTERACTIVE VERSION

• Students play in Google Slides
• or use PowerPoint version on a Smartboard
• Every slide includes navigation buttons or interactive questions
• Students can navigate the four sections independently (see below for list)

NON-INTERACTIVE VERSION

• does not include navigation buttons
• question slides are present, but they are not clickable
• great for direct-teaching with a group or class

BOTH VERSIONS INCLUDE 4 SECTIONS:

• Ancient Greeks
• Creation story
• Titans and the Titan Wars
• 12 Olympic gods
• 3-question interactive quiz at the end of each section (12 questions total)

MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL GREEK MYTHOLOGY

• Hades & Persephone Lesson (Grades 4-7)
• Greek Mythology Trivia Game (Grades 4-7)
• Greek Mythology Booklet - 15 Stories (Grades 4-7)

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This Introduction to Greek Mythology presentation was last updated on February 24, 2024.

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