Introduction

What is the big deal about all these Greek Gods and Goddesses? Why are they always sticking their noses in the business of men?

Have you ever wondered why we study Greek Mythology? We can learn about being human by discovering how the Greeks interpreted signs and events in their history. The Greeks had it all figured out, especially this guy named Homer!

The gods have the same faults as humans except they possess a lot more power that appears magical. Sometimes their power gets them into trouble; sometimes, their emotions are to blame.

Zeus has his hands full keeping them all in line in addition to the mortals! So let's see how much fun we can have playing god!

The Quest

What strengths and weakness do the heroes and gods in Greek mythology possess? Your task is to set up a Greek Dream Team for a fantasy War Game.

The Process and Resources

In this WebQuest, you will be selecting a Greek Dream Team with information from the Internet. Find the strengths and weaknesses of each player.

Phase 1 - Background: Something for Everyone

Determine the name of your team and create a logo or mascot image. This may help you select some of your players if they share a characteristic with either the name or mascot.

Phase 2 - Looking Deeper from Different Perspectives

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Select 2-3 Greek Gods for your team. Complete a stat sheet with the information given on the Internet.

2. Select 2-3 Goddesses for your team. Complete a stat sheet with information found on the Internet.

3. Select 2 heroes for your team. Complete a stat sheet with information found on the Internet links.

Gods

Use the Internet information linked below to determine the Gods on your team:

1. Read the information about the different gods
2. Select 2 or 3 gods
3. Take notes about each god on the stat sheet

• Gods on Olympus - Images representing Greek Gods
• Greek history - Site includes index for listing of gods
• Family Tree - Graphic organizer of the Olympian family tree.

Goddesses

Use the Internet information linked below to choose your Goddesses:

1. Read the information about the Goddesses
2. Select 2 or 3 goddesses
3. Take notes about each goddess on the stat sheets

• Goddesses - Images representing goddesses
• Geneology - Family tree showing relationships between gods and goddesses.
• Details - Individual myths and information on Goddesses.

Heroes

Use the Internet information linked below to select your Heroes:

1. Read the information about the heroes of Greek Mythology
2. Select 2 heroes for your team
3. Record their information on stat sheets

• Heroes - Chart of Greek heroes - cartoon style
• Exploration - Site with listings to select heroes and Olympians.
• Conquerors - Information about Greek heroes. Click on people and wars.

Phase 3 - Debating, Discussing, and Reaching Consensus

You have all learned about different gods and heroes in Greek Mythology. Now complete the stat sheets for your players. Each player has his/her own sheet. As a recruiting team, select your players.

Phase 4 - Real World Feedback

Using information from your Internet research and the stat sheets, create trading cards and a team poster to be displayed in the classroom. See the instructor for your supplies.

After you have finished the poster and trading cards, work together to create a 2-3 page essay explaining your choices of players, what you liked about the project, and what was difficult about the project. This paper evaluates the significance of the WebQuest and your participation.

The essay will be graded using the Analytical Rating Guide, and the poster/trading cards will be evaluated using the rubric we come up with in class.

Your Contact is: Mrs. Cohn

Conclusion

So, what's so great about Greek mythology? What can you learn from studying the gods, goddesses and heroes? You have discovered how to interpret the impact of events on humans and history. By creating a 'Dream Team' you have studied the strengths and weaknesses of men and gods and found the best blend. By combining your talents with others, you become a better person with new insights and values.