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Mythweb

Mythweb: Hercules

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
How is Greek mythology relevant to you right now? This site gives you examples of the connections between ancient Greek myths and your world today, in terms of figures of speech. Ever perform a Herculean task? Been tantalized by...
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Mythweb

Mythweb: The Olympians

For Students 9th - 10th
Mythweb profiles selected gods and goddesses from Greek mythology who ruled from Mt. Olympus, including Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares, Artemis, Athena, Demeter, Dionysus, Hephaestus, Hera, Hermes, Poseidon, and Zeus.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Perseus

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed encyclopedia article for Perseus, the legendary founder of Mycenae and the mythic hero of Greek mythology whose exploits helped establish the hegemony of Zeus and the Twelve Olympians in the mainland of Greece. Perseus was the...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Nymphs

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Encyclopedia article about nymphs in Greek mythology, "any member of a large class of female nature spirits, sometimes bound to a particular location or landform." Discusses classifications of nymphs and provides a picture as well.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Erinyes (Furies)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Encyclopedia article that discusses the "Erinyes or Eumenides (the Romans called them the Furies) [who] were female personifications of vengeance." Provides a summary of their role in Greek mythology, a discussion of their use in...
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Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Greek Mythology Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
This quiz has two levels: first is 5-question true or false test which you must pass before you can enter the second level which requires answering multiple choice questions about the Greek gods and goddesses.
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Text Project

Text Project: Fyi for Kids: Vol. 3, Issue 1: Greek Mythology [Pdf]

For Students 1st - 3rd Standards
This magazine article discusses Greek Mythology; it explains how the people made up stories and gods to explain things that scientists had not yet discovered such as lightning, the daily rising and setting of the sun, and ocean waves.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia provides historical information and images of the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens, Greece.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Myth of Icarus and Daedalus

For Students 9th - 10th
Amy Adkins explains the myth of Icarus and Daedalus. [5:08]
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Other

Greek Mythology Link: Hera

For Students 9th - 10th
Zeus' beautiful but jealous wife is explained in detail, including stories of her epic rages. There are images, a chart of family relationships, and an extensive bibliography. Site by Carlos Parada, author of Genealogical Guide to Greek...
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Other

Greek Mythology Link: Hermes

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Author Carlos Parada produces this detailed site about Hermes (Roman name "Mercury"), including quotations from literary works, images of Hermes in art, a chart of family relationships, and an extensive bibliography.
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Other

Mythological Background of the Trojan War

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Really good outline that gives more than just the basic information about the mythological background to the Trojan War. Shows the actions of both men and gods in this legendary tale.
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The English Teacher

The English Teacher: The Odyssey Student Questions

For Students 9th - 10th
Examples of honors student questions about themes and characters in "The Odyssey." The way you might respond to them can be used in creating your lesson plan.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Hera

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a quick explanation of Hera's (Roman name "Juno") role in the Olympian society. Her symbols and domain are also revealed.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Hermes

For Students 9th - 10th
Well-written article tells of several of Hermes' (Roman name "Mercury") feats, including killing Argos.
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Tom Richey

Tom Richey: Power Point: Ancient Greek Mythology

For Students 9th - 10th
Tom Richey presents an entertaining and informative PowerPoint presentation on ancient Greek mythology for teachers and students.
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythologies

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This page offers a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using 56 vocabulary words pertaining to Greek Mythology. It also provides an extensive vocabulary word list for mythology, lesson plan ideas, and zodiac characteristics.
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Alphabetical 56 Greek Mythology Words

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is an alphabetical list of the 56 Greek Mythology Words used in the seven vocabulary puzzles.
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Mythology 1

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is puzzle 1 of the 56 GREEK MYTHOLOGY WORDS in 7 PUZZLES for you to study. Start by solving the 8 words in any of the 7 puzzles. Use the mythology story root and character reference, the hint letter, the word definition and the word...
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Mythology 2

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is puzzle 2 of the 56 GREEK MYTHOLOGY WORDS in 7 PUZZLES for you to study. Start by solving the 8 words in any of the 7 puzzles. Use the mythology story root and character reference, the hint letter, the word definition and the word...
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Mythology 3

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is puzzle 3 of the 56 GREEK MYTHOLOGY WORDS in 7 PUZZLES for you to study. Start by solving the 8 words in any of the 7 puzzles. Use the mythology story root and character reference, the hint letter, the word definition and the word...
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Mythology 4

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is puzzle 4 of the 56 GREEK MYTHOLOGY WORDS in 7 PUZZLES for you to study. Start by solving the 8 words in any of the 7 puzzles. Use the mythology story root and character reference, the hint letter, the word definition and the word...
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Mythology 5

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is puzzle 5 of the 56 GREEK MYTHOLOGY WORDS in 7 PUZZLES for you to study. Start by solving the 8 words in any of the 7 puzzles. Use the mythology story root and character reference, the hint letter, the word definition and the word...
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Greek Mythology Words: Mythology 6

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is puzzle 6 of the 56 GREEK MYTHOLOGY WORDS in 7 PUZZLES for you to study. Start by solving the 8 words in any of the 7 puzzles. Use the mythology story root and character reference, the hint letter, the word definition and the word...