Greek Mythology Unit for Elementary Students (Gods, Monsters, and Heroes)

Are you looking for a complete lesson unit on Greek Mythology that is created specifically for elementary students? If so, this packet of materials is literally all that you need – an overall unit outline for 12 days of activities that will introduce your students to some of the Greek gods and goddesses, mythical monsters, and heroes.

This packet of materials includes a unit outline for 12 days of activities that include:
Introduction to Mythology
“Greek Mythology Family Tree” Readers Theater
“Who’s Who Guide to the Gods” booklet with teacher key
Create a “Greek God Action Figure”
Greek Gods Haiku Poetry
“Mythological Monsters & Mythical Creatures Catalog” booklet with teacher key
Create a “Mythical Monster Doll”
“Wanted” Poster activity
Monster Mash-Up worksheet and answer key
Heroes Jigsaw Activity
Heroes Picture Book
“Who Am I?” activity

I have included the Table of Contents as well as part of the unit timeline as a free download so that you can have a better idea if this packet of materials will work for you.

I use this as an “end of the year” unit after standardized testing is over, and my students love it!


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