English Words from Greek and Roman names of Gods
Overview
Students learn the meanings of the names of Greek and Roman gods, and explore English words that have those roots and associated meanings. Lesson is set up using flashcards that can be exchanged.
Lesson Plan
Lesson worksheet is under Root Words and Greek Gods, and materials for flashcards is under Names of Greek and Roman Gods. To make flashcards, put name on one side and meaning on the other. Put students in pairs, and each pair gets a few cards. Pairs can exchange cards when they've figured out words and written them down, or if they get stumped.
Class Time Needed
30 minutes
Files
Root Words and Greek Gods Name
(25.5 KB)
Names of Greek and Roman gods
(30 KB)
Subject(s)
Language arts
Reading
Morphology
Semantics
Grade Level
Grades 6-8