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#M6620
Now Available!
10 Volume Set
Grades 4-8
23 minutes each
Teacher's Guides
Closed-caption [cc]
Set: $299.50, Each: $29.95
Thousands of years ago, the ancient Greeks created a wealth of
compelling stories to explain the mysteries and complexities of
the world around them. These myths were embellished and changed
by storytellers over time to include the legends of heroes, monsters
and gods that continue to fascinate and inspire us today! Greek
Mythology for Students is an animated video series that captures
the drama of these stories and illustrates the ancients' beliefs about
the wonders of the universe. Each show is enhanced by an informative on-
camera host who helps highlight some of the common mythological themes
threaded throughout ancient culture and history, and shows students how
these powerful myths still relate to our lives today.
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#M6621, $29.95
One can look at the night sky as a picture book containing
the images of some of the best known monsters, heroes, and
characters of ancient mythology. Constellation Myths recounts
a few of the tales that the ancient Greeks and Romans composed
around star formations as they searched for clues about life
here on Earth. While we no longer believe that the stars
necessarily influence our lives, the stories of the constellations
and other planetary objects stay with us today! This program
presents the exciting tale of the great hunter Orion, and
explains his placement in the heavens along with his faithful
hunting dogs and the animals he hunted - and who hunted him!
In addition, students learn of the origins of the bear constellations
Ursa Major and Ursa Minor and of the vanity that put a queen named
Cassiopeia high into the heavens.
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#M6622, $29.95
Many ancient myths were stories designed to warn people
against poor judgment and excessive pride or hubris.
Those who dared to cross the gods, compete with them,
or question their authority did so at great peril.
In Defying the Gods, students will see the tales
of Arachne the boastful weaver & Athena, Daedalus & his
foolhardy son Icaraus, Prometheus the Titan who gave the
gift of fire to mankind and Pandora, Zeus' gift back to
humanity, each in its own way, illustrating the often
fatal consequences of such behavior.
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#M6623, $29.95
The myths of ancient Greece were passed down by word of mouth,
over thousands of years, often changing over time. These
legendary tales revolved around a family of immortal gods
who, while incredibly powerful, had some very human
characteristics - complete with petty resentments, wounded
egos, and frequent quarrels that erupted into larger-than-life
dramas. In The Gods of Olympus, students will observe the
creation of the universe from chaos, learn how Zeus became the
king of the gods and examine life on Mt. Olympus, the home to
Zeus and his family of Olympian gods. This title provides an
overview of the major characters in Greek mythology and sheds
light on their relationships with each other and with humans.
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#M6624, $29.95
The oldest heroic epic in Greek mythology, the tale of
Jason and his crew of Argonauts sets the pattern for all
the hero myths that follow. Jason & the Golden Fleece
is the tale of an epic voyage filled with dangers and
pitfalls that serve as a test of Jason's bravery,
intelligence and physical strength. Join Jason on
his ship, the Argo, as he embarks on an impossible
quest to retrieve the magical skin of a golden ram and
in the process defeats the evil harpies, matches wits
with the cunning King Aeetes and is befriended by the
mysterious Medea.
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In Greek mythology, brave Odysseus ruled the kingdom of Ithaca
with his clever and beautiful queen Penelope. After leading his
troops to victory in the Trojan War, this revered hero begins a
long and treacherous journey home, an "odyssey" recounted in
Homer's epic poem of the same name. In The Journeys of Odysseus,
students discover how Odysseus learns to overcome adversity, and his
own weaknesses, in his adventures with the dreaded Cyclops, the
mischievous Circe and a terrifying sea creature known as the Scylla
to find his way back home to his kingdom and family.
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The legend of Heracles originated thousands of years ago
with stories of a mighty hero who continually confronted
danger and possible death, but in the process, gained
everlasting fame and glory. Better known by his Roman
name Hercules, Heracles is perhaps the most famous of
all the classic heroes. Even though his father is Zeus,
the greatest of gods, Heracles still struggles and suffers
like a mortal at the hands of the devious goddess Hera and
the evil King Eurystheus. The Labors of Heracles provides
viewers with a thrilling account of some of the impossible
tasks this muscle-bound demigod completed to atone for his
earthly mistakes.
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#M6627, $29.95
The ancient Greeks were fascinated with the mysteries of nature,
and storytellers often attempted to explain natural phenomena
through the tales they created. In Nature Myths, students learn
the mythical rationale behind the cycle of the seasons through
the story of Persephone who must return to the underworld each year,
causing winter. Viewers discover the origin of the sound of an echo
and learn how the beautiful flower narcissus was born from a young
man's vanity. Also included is a story of Helios, the sun god, and
the daily passage of the sun which includes an explanation of how
deserts, volcanoes and icecaps came to cover the landscape of the
earth.
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#M6628, $29.95
The ancient Greeks believed that their lives were controlled
by the fates. But how a person arrived at his or her destiny
was another matter - both free will and the influence of the
gods played major roles in shaping a person's life. Case in
point - Perseus, whose tale is of a young man who struggles
to fulfill his own fate with the help of the powerful goddess
Athena. Perseus & Medusa chronicles this hero's quest to pursue
the head of a hideous Gorgon whose terrifying stare could turn
men to stone!
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#M6629, $29.95
Theseus was a mortal who got very little help from the gods.
Yet because he left the comfort of his village to take on a
life of great challenges, danger and tremendous responsibility,
Theseus is widely considered one of the most popular of the
ancient heroes. Theseus & the Minotaur charts the adventures
of this heroic character - from his rise out of obscurity all
the way to the throne of Athens. Viewers join Theseus as he
makes his heroic decision to take on King Minos, the ruler of
Crete, and the deadly Minotaur.
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#M6630, $29.95
In The Trojan War, students will be fascinated by a vivid
retelling of scenes from Homer's legendary epic poem, The Iliad,
that reveals the story of a war between the Greeks and Trojans in
which the gods of Mount Olympus took sides. Viewers learn of a
squabble among goddesses which was judged by a shepherd named
Paris and which resulted in the famed Trojan War. Learn of the
beauty of Helen, the fatal weakness of brave Achilles and the
mystery of the fabled Trojan Horse.
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