Exploring the genre of 'Arthur and the Golden Rope'
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what a modern myth is.
Key learning points
- Arthur and the Golden Rope is a modern myth.
- A modern myth incorporates elements from traditional myths.
- Some features of a modern myth are mythical creatures, a quest, magical objects and gods and godesses.
- Brownstone's Mythical Collection is a collection of modern myths.
Keywords
Modern myth - A modern myth is a contemporary tale explaining a culture's beliefs and customs, often involving gods and supernatural creatures.
Supernatural - Supernatural beings include gods, giants, magic and other mystical, ancient elements.
Folklore - Folklore is a genre in which oral stories are shared and passed down over time.
Features - The features of a text type refers to distinctive characteristics that belong to it.
Norse mythology - Norse mythology is a set of ancient tales of Scandinavian gods, beliefs and the worlds they inhabit.
Common misconception
Pupils may find it challenging to distinguish between a traditional myth and a modern myth.
Create a short list of the features of both genres. Draw out the contemporary adaptations in modern myths.
Teacher tip
Read pupils a range of Norse myths to deepen their understanding of each of the gods and goddesses. Pupils may enjoy spotting clues and connections included by Joe Todd Stanton in the text.
Equipment
You will need a copy of the 2016 Flying Eye Books edition of 'Arthur and the Golden Rope', written and illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton, for this lesson.
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