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Hercules in Ancient Art
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Grade Level Grades 6-8
Resource Type Activity, Lesson Plan, Project Based Learning
Standards Alignment
Common Core State Standards

About This Lesson

Explore the hero Hercules, known as Herakles by the Greeks, in ancient art. Learn about an impressive marble statue of Hercules holding a club and lion skin, referencing one of the famous twelve labors or dangerous tasks he had to carry out. Closely study and discuss a work of art, research other objects that share related stories, and explore contrapposto. This learning guide includes related artwork information, vocabulary, related audio, and connections to Common Core standards. 

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Hercules in Ancient Art Learning Guide.pdf

Activity, Lesson Plan, Project Based Learning
June 26, 2024
7.09 MB

Standards

Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion.
Pose and respond to specific questions with elaboration and detail by making comments that contribute to the topic, text, or issue under discussion.
Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.
Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.
Integrate information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding of a topic or issue.

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