Greek Myths Day / Myth Retelling Play
Myth Retelling Play
Children read an ancient Greek myth in small groups and act it out with simple props for an audience.
How to run it
- Read or tell a short Greek myth to the group.
- Split into small groups and assign roles.
- Give groups time to rehearse with simple props.
- Perform the plays for each other.
You will need
- short myth texts
- simple props
- dress-up fabrics
Make it easier or harderYounger children can mime while an adult narrates; older children can write their own script.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5, Outcome 4Children communicate stories through drama and work together creatively.
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