Gathering Information I will demonstrate what a creation myth is by reading several examples from different culture groups around the world. Then students will be directed to search for a creation myth of their own. It can be from any culture group from around the world. Students will have access to the computer lab and the internet for three one hour search sessions. We will also have access to our school library for two one hour sessions.
Students can also make use of their public libraries.
They will also be encouraged to ask parents and other community members about any myths or stories they might know about. Spanaway Jr. has many Pacific Island culture groups represented. These groups still actively use oral traditions for imparting mythology and stories to their offspring. Information Students will then come back together for a sharing session where all these creation myths are read. We will listen to these myths with the idea of tracking elements that they all seem to have in common.