Description
Are you looking for a no-prep lesson to kick off or conclude a mythology unit? This mythology activity combines listening comprehension, writing with evidence, and creative writing. Mythology Listen, Learn, Write: King Midas is a fun, easy-to-use resource that includes links to a super engaging podcast, as well as a listening comprehension mystery picture and writing prompts.
The King Midas and the Golden Touch mystery picture and writing activities were designed to go with the podcast audio. Kids love mythology- especially this story! They’ll be excited to see the hidden picture slowly being revealed as they answer the self-checking multiple-choice questions correctly.
Whether used in the classroom or at home, this is an excellent tool for helping students improve their listening and writing skills!
HOW WILL I USE THIS RESOURCE?
This podcast listening and writing activity is quick to prep and implement because all you have to do is give students the links to the podcast audio and the activity. That’s it! You can choose to do the hidden picture AND the writing tasks, or you can do just one or the other. Then you can watch your students enjoy the high-interest story!
You can assign Mythology: King Midas at any time. However, it would be particularly great to use during a mythology unit or before or after reading a Percy Jackson book.
WHAT’S THE MYTHOLOGY PODCAST ABOUT?
King Midas and the Golden Touch poses the golden questions: Does one ever have enough money, and what is truly valuable in life, people or things?
WHY WILL THIS RESOURCE BE SUPER USEFUL?
- You can leave it with a substitute. (It’s PERFECT sub work because it’s NOT just busy work!)
- Use it to introduce a speaking and listening unit.
- You can teach it during a mythology unit.
- Assign it between lessons or units, when you aren’t ready to start something new.
- Share the materials with early finishers.
- Assign it for homework or as an enrichment activity.
- Fun Fridays
What’s my favorite way to use this fun podcast listening and writing activity? Right before a vacation!
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Suggested classroom Do-Now activity for generating interest.
- Several links to access the podcast. Students can use their own devices or you can play it for the whole class.
- Active listening tips for students
- A Google Sheets listening comprehension activity with 9 multiple choice questions and a hidden mystery picture
- 1 Google Slides with short response writing prompts
- 1 Google slide that provides students with extension questions to encourage curiosity and research
- An optional pdf student file
- Answer key
NOTE: The podcast’s audio is not included; however, I’ve supplied you with several links to access it.
WHICH SKILLS ARE COVERED?
Students will practice:
- listening comprehension skills
- inferencing skills
- using digital media
- writing using textual evidence
- creative writing for a specific task, purpose, and audience
HOW LONG WILL THIS LESSON TAKE?
Part 1: Podcast and Self-Checking Mystery Picture: about 25 minutes
Part 2: Writing: This will take another 15-20 minutes or can be a bit longer if you review the answers and have students share the creative writing part.
Bonus Writing Extension: This part enables students to be creative, and can take anywhere from 20-30 minutes.
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❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS PODCAST ACTIVITY❤️
♡ It’s Easy to Use!
All you have to do is assign the tasks you want students to do. Everything is self-directed! Students will learn while working independently. It’s a great activity to leave with a sub!
♡ It Provides Valuable Skill Practice
Students must learn to listen actively, recall information, make inferences, and provide evidence. This resource provides that valuable practice in a unique and imaginative way.
♡ It’s Fun and Engaging!
The podcast is engaging and perfectly appropriate for middle school. Kids love the tragic story of greedy King Midas. They’ll also enjoy the fun creative writing task!
Thanks for checking out Mythology Listen, Learn, Write: King Midas! Be sure to look at the preview to see everything that’s included!
Wishing you all the gold that cannot be seen!
Darlene Anne
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