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Comparing Representation of Greek Mythology
Kind of Activity:
Mixed Media
Objective:
Students will compare Pound’s “A Girl” to Bernini’s sculpture “Apollo and Daphne” and discuss / write about the different ways that these two artists chose to represent this myth.
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.7
Structure:
Part 1: Understanding the myth
First, students should watch the following video on the myth of Apollo and Daphne: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqekyJmK2N8
They should make note of the major plot points and features of the story that could be adapted in various media (what images might be captured by artists?).
Part 2: Examining Bernini's "Apollo...
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