World Mythology: Legends and Lessons of the Goddesses Program Schedule: Jan. 9-March 6This class will meet weekly from 1-2 p.m. on FridaysRecommended Ages: 4th-12th gradesCost: $90 (members), $100 (nonmembers)Step into a world of ancient stories, powerful symbols, and timeless lessons. Each week, students will journey across civilizations to explore a new goddess: discovering their origin stories, the special powers or responsibilities each mythological figure holds and the traditions and cultural festivals associated with them.Through hands-on activities, creative storytelling and group discussions, learners will compare myths from different cultures and uncover the shared values, hopes and lessons hidden within them. From the gods of Mount Olympus to deities of Egypt, India and beyond, students will see how mythology connects people across time and place through the art of story.By the end of the course, students will recognize major goddesses from world mythology and understand how these stories express the beliefs, creativity and values of different cultures — and how their lessons continue to inspire our modern world.Meet the program instructor: Darby Breaux-Vickers Darby Breaux-Vickers of Sunflower Learning Community has engaged with children for more than 10 years and recently completed a Master of the Arts in Religions Studies. Darby is passionate about engaging students in impactful and immersive learning experiences for her students to promote cultural literacy and respect for diversity.
World Mythology: Legends and Lessons of the Goddesses
Program Schedule: Jan. 9-March 6
This class will meet weekly from 1-2 p.m. on Fridays
Recommended Ages: 4th-12th grades
Cost: $90 (members), $100 (nonmembers)
Step into a world of ancient stories, powerful symbols, and timeless lessons. Each week, students will journey across civilizations to explore a new goddess: discovering their origin stories, the special powers or responsibilities each mythological figure holds and the traditions and cultural festivals associated with them.
Through hands-on activities, creative storytelling and group discussions, learners will compare myths from different cultures and uncover the shared values, hopes and lessons hidden within them. From the gods of Mount Olympus to deities of Egypt, India and beyond, students will see how mythology connects people across time and place through the art of story.
By the end of the course, students will recognize major goddesses from world mythology and understand how these stories express the beliefs, creativity and values of different cultures — and how their lessons continue to inspire our modern world.
Meet the program instructor: Darby Breaux-Vickers
Darby Breaux-Vickers of Sunflower Learning Community has engaged with children for more than 10 years and recently completed a Master of the Arts in Religions Studies. Darby is passionate about engaging students in impactful and immersive learning experiences for her students to promote cultural literacy and respect for diversity.