Greek+Hero+Ode

Purpose:
The students will write and ode to a Greek hero. They will use the Internet to research a hero of their choice. They will then use the ode tool on _ __to write a poem summarizing what they have learned about their Greek hero.__

Curriculum Connection:
Standard 8 Students write daily to communicate effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences. Objective 6 Write in different forms and genres. Standard 1 Students will understand how ancient civilizations developed and how they contributed to the current state of the world. Standard 4 Use content-specific tools, software and simulations (e.g., environmental probes, graphing calculators, exploratory environments, Web tools) to support learning and research. Standard 5 Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum.
 * Writing**
 * Produce traditional and imaginative stories, narrative and formula poetry.
 * Social Studies**
 * Educational Technology**

Materials:
Ode to Pablo's Tennis Shoes Computer with Internet access for each student Greek hero list (pdf) Example poem Paper for printing

Prerequisite Knowledge:
Students should have basic keyboarding skills. Students should select a hero from the Greek hero list before entering the computer lab. Students should have basic Internet research skills.

Procedure:
Part One

Part Two__

Technology Tips:
When an entire class looks up a website at the same time it can cause the website to load slowly. Patience is required. If your lab is particularly slow, you could stagger when smaller groups of students look up their embassy addresses.

Adaptations:
Students who struggle could work with a partner on this project. It may help to assign students who struggle to write about a Greek hero that is easier to research.