How to keep an ancient text interesting to students? Make it a summer blockbuster

NPR | By Sequoia Carrillo

Published July 23, 2026 at 4:37 PM EDT

The Odyssey is a favorite of teachers, but a challenge to keep students engaged. Decades of adaptations have helped students connect with the text; now, Nolan's version is getting students excited again.

Sequoia Carrillo

Sequoia Carrillo is an assistant editor for NPR's Education Team. Along with writing, producing, and reporting for the team, she manages the Student Podcast Challenge.

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