Curated OER
The Legendary Raptors
How are raptors and airplanes alike? Combine science and language arts in this fun and interactive project. Young scientists research the animal in order to design their own aircraft, and compete in a contest for farthest, fastest, and...
Curated OER
The World of Myth and Legend
After studying various myths, quiz your learners! British epics such as Beowulf are included, as well as Greek myths such as Icarus and Achilles. Fifteen multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions challenge your class.
Brilliant Publications
Daedalus and Icarus
The cautionary tale of Daedalus and Icarus is the core text for a series reading comprehension exercises based on the myth.
Have Fun Teaching
Compare and Contrast Greek Myths (4)
How are Icarus and Prometheus similar? How are they different? Compare any two Greek myths with a graphic organizer, which provides space for kids to fill in the ways that the myths are like and unlike each other.
Curated OER
Icarus and Daedalus
In this literacy worksheet, middle schoolers find the words that are related to the new vocabulary. The answers are found at the bottom of the page.
Curated OER
Flying Too Close to the Sun
Students research the myth of Icarus and his father and discuss the associated metaphor. They view the work of a number of artists and create a painting depicting the myth.
Curated OER
Raptor Force
Students observe a video about pilots, their desired traits, and explore the similarities between a bird and an airplane. Using paper, wood or foam, they design create an aircraft to be flown in a competition to see which plane will fly...
Curated OER
Hunt the Fact Monster #27
In this search engine worksheet, 3rd graders will need to use factmonster.com to discover answers. Students will respond to 10 short answer questions using the given website.
Curated OER
Evaluate the Main Characters? Problem-Solving Processes
High schoolers read passages from several sources and evaluate the text for various criteria. In this problem solving activity, students evaluate character problem solving processes after reading passages. They will use a Venn Diagram to...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Icarus and Daedalus
A learning module that begins with the myth "Icarus and Daedalus" by Ovid, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Text Sets: Mythology
This is a collection of 18 Grade-Leveled texts (6-12) on the topic of Mythology. From prehistory to the present, mythology has played an essential role in how humans interact with and understand the world around them. Explore a world of...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Myth of Icarus and Daedalus
Amy Adkins explains the myth of Icarus and Daedalus. [5:08]
Other
Greek Mythology Today and Myth of the Month
A large Greek mythology site focused on students and expressing a great love of Greek myth. Contains the Myth of the Month, as well as Homework Help concerning myths. Humorous and colorful.
CommonLit
Common Lit: The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus
A learning module that begins with "The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus" by Ovid, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free...
Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: A Proud Flight [Pdf]
"A Proud Flight" is a one page, Greek myth about Icarus and Daedelus. The father and son were imprisoned, and in order to escape, Daedelus made wings using bird feathers covered with wax. He warned Icarus not to get too near the sun or...
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Greek People (Mythological)
Featuring the heroes, heroines, and mythical creatures from Greek legend, this site offers information on hundreds of characters, as well as etymology, pronunciation, pictures, and more.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Minos
An extensive article detailing the mythology of King Minos with hyperlinks to additional information and related topics.