We have reached our final day together until we meet properly in September!
Today we are going to investigate the Ancient Greek Gods!!! Now we know from our learning yesterday that The Olympic Games were dedicated to Zeus. The people flocked to a mass Temple dedicated to Zeus in which stood a massive Gold statue of him! Unlike the great faiths of today who believe in a creator God the Anceinet Greeks beliweved that several Gods watched over them. These gods were a bit like humans, but they lived forever and were much more powerful. They felt human emotions, like love, anger and jealousy, and they did not always behave themselves. (who does this remind you of? Yes the Romans and the Vikings!)
TASK 1 - REVIEW OF LEARNING AND INTO TO THE GODS
The Greeks thought the gods lived high above Mount Olympus, in a palace in the clouds. From here, they kept an eye on life below. From time to time, they would interfere in what was going on. They could send storms if they were angry and decide who was victorious in wars. Sometimes they even played tricks on humans too.
Each god and goddess had power over a different aspect of life or the world- Let’s find out more!!!
Firstly we are going to watch this fantastic little video which recaps on some of our learning from yesterday and which also introduces the gods.
CLICK ON THE PICTURE TO LINK TO THE FILM
TASK 2 READING ABOUT THE GODS
Click on the button below to open up a fact file about each Ancient Greek God. Read about each one!! Know open the Fact-file cards. Can you complete them using what you have read. If you can’t print them out simple draw a template in you book.
TASK 3 - GREEK MYTHS AND LEGENDS
When we return to school we spend time in our English lessons reading and exploring famous Greek Myths and Legends. These stories explained the actions of the Gods and natural phenomenon on Earth that humans found very hard to explain - like illness, hate and fear. Watch the film all about “Pandora’s Box” it is an early Greek myth! Once you have enjoyed the story complete the Purple Mash Art Tasks:
Recreate the scene when Pandora opens the box
MashCam yourself as Zeus - what is he saying????
CLICK ON THE PICTURE TO OPEN THE FILM
FINAL TASK !! MATHS!
Please complete the IXL J3 and J4 remember to click onto YEAR 5!!!
If you have completed all the tasks today and have time to continue with your learning click the optional extra below:
Have a wonderful final week with Mrs Lyons next week! Mrs Nel and I will see you in September!
God Bless Mrs H xxx