Introduction
Are you ready to explore some very interesting stories from around the world? Today you will explore several different websites to learn the difference between myths, legends, fairytales, fables, and folktales. Be sure to read the directions carefully. Let's get started!
Task
During this webquest, you will visit several different websites to find information. Follow the links to complete the webquest. As you complete each step, answer the questions on your handout.
Process
First, visit this link to learn the difference between myths, legends, fables, folk and fairy tales. Read the introduction. Be sure to close the tab once you have read the introduction. Keep the webquest page open.
http://www.planetozkids.com/oban/what-is-difference-between-myths-legends-fables-folk-tales.htm
Read to find out the defintion of a myth. Write the definition on your chart. Close the tab when you have found the answer.
http://www.planetozkids.com/oban/what-are-myths.htm
Next, read to find out the definition of a legend. Write the answer on your chart. Don't forget to close the tab when you are finished.
http://www.planetozkids.com/oban/what-are-legends.htm
Now, read to find out the definition of a fable. Write the answer on your chart. Don't forget to close the tab when you are finished.
http://www.planetozkids.com/oban/what-are-fables.htm
Finally, read to find out what folk and fairy tales are. Record the answer on your chart. Don't forget to close the tab when you are finished.
http://www.planetozkids.com/oban/what-are-folk-tales.htm
Read How Butterflies Came To Be and answer the questions on your handout. Be sure to click continue to part 2 at the bottom of the page to read the whole story.
http://www.planetozkids.com/oban/legends/how-butterflies-came-to-be.htm
Visit the National Geographic Kids page to read about some myths from Ancient Greece. Be sure to answer the questions on your handout.
http://www.ngkids.co.uk/history/Greek-Myths
Next, explore some of the Greek gods and goddesses to learn about the culture of Ancient Greece. Fill out the table on your handout as you read.
http://www.ngkids.co.uk/did-you-know/greek_gods
Now, visit the BBC website to learn about Growing Up in Ancient Greece. Then quiz yourself by going down to the Activities and clicking on Quiz: Growing Up in Greece.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryhistory/ancient_greeks/growing_up_in_greece/
Have some fun and learn how the Greeks influenced the English Language.
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/athens_games/game.htm#
Explore some of Aesop's Fables.
http://www.wartgames.com/themes/aesop.html
Evaluation
Turn your paper into your teacher when you are finished. Please make sure you name is on it.
Conclusion
Thanks for completing this webquest. I hope you had fun and learned a lot of new information!