Junior high · Writing

Myth retelling

Retell a myth in a new setting.

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Retell [myth] but set it in [modern place]. Keep the key conflict, change two details, and end with a modern lesson.
  • myth - replace the bracketed field with your info
  • modern place - replace the bracketed field with your info
  • Myth
  • Modern place
  • Key conflict
  • Retold story
  • Modern lesson
  • Keep characters recognizable.
  • Use 3 short paragraphs.
  • Show how setting changes stakes.