University of California
Bread and Circuses: Rome as a Site of Encounter
An intriguing lesson uses 12 Roman artifacts to explain Roman society and politics. Young historians view images of artifacts and learn how each one represents an aspect of Roman society. Academics also complete a hands-on activity to...
University of California
Religious Influences
While the Roman empire often conjures up images of soldiers and emperors, its culture was more complex. Using primary sources, including ancient historians and pictures of artifacts, pupils consider the religious influences on Roman...
Curated OER
Creative God or Goddess
Who causes sinkholes? Or acid rain? High schoolers try their hand at myth-making as individuals create a god or goddess responsible for the modern-day phenomenon. They introduce their deity in an essay that reveals the name, parentage,...
Smart Museum of Art
The Making of a Superhero
Thor, Loki, Iron Man, and Captain America. As part of their study of Greek and Roman gods and heroes, middle schoolers compare the characters in The Avengers to Greek counterparts. Individuals then create their own superhero, describe...
Jefferson Township Schools
Note Card Assignment for Greek Myth
Your young learners will keep track of fifteen Greek gods and goddesses, such as Aphrodite, Poseidon, and Zeus, by creating notecards listing each of their names, titles, and symbols.
Jefferson Township Schools
Major Gods: Names, Roles, & Symbols
From Aphrodite to Zeus, here you'll find a PowerPoint presentation identifying basic information about 15 Greek gods and goddesses.
Curated OER
English Words from Greek and Roman Names of Gods
Hydra/hygiene, Muse/music. Many English words are built on roots derived from the names of Greek and Roman gods. After examining a list of Greek and Roman gods and the meaning of their names, class members find the root in a list of...
Curated OER
Religions
Students write a report on Roman religions. In this religion lesson, students make a web including all the religions they know about, discuss what religion means and predict what kind of religions existed in Ancient Rome. Students...
Curated OER
Religion in Rome
Delve into ancient Roman religion using this informational graphic organizer! Historical context begins with brief descriptions of the gods Mars, Jupiter, and Neptune. The images may lack authenticity here. They then read about how...
Curated OER
Roman gods
Students research Roman gods. They use online resources to locate information and pictures on their assigned god and create a fact sheet using Ultimate and Creativity Center.
Franco Cavazzi
The Roman Pantheon/ Roman Gods
A complete list of all the Roman Gods and Goddesses. The site contains the name of the God or Goddess, a picture, and the characteristics of the deity.
PBS
The Roman Empire: Religion
Great site describes the early mythology of the Romans and how the Greeks influenced their religion. Contains a sizeable section on the lares and penates, the protective spirits of the home and pantry of a family. Also discusses the...
Other
Roman Gods, Godesses, Months, Mazes, and More
A hyper-linked list of the principal Roman gods and goddesses. Each link takes you to a nice one-page summary of that god or goddess's attributes and associations. Additional links take you to short essays about Roman numerals, Roman...
Other
Roman Gods
This is an awesome site to research Roman gods. Find out about these Roman icons. This site lists each of the gods and then by clicking on the name you get more in depth information.
Other
Roman Religion and Burial Practices
Details from the Sussex Archaeological Society about Roman religious practices: Roman gods, what Romans were like, and how the Romans buried their dead.
Franco Cavazzi
Roman Empire: Roman Religion
This site describes the Roman religion. It explains the gods and goddesses and their origins, prayer and sacrifice, offices of the state religion, festivals, and the beginning of Christianity.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Lares
A brief description of the role of the Lares in Roman households and religion. Also mentions the Penates, another type of household god. Discusses the types of Lares and their worship.
Other
Unrv History: Roman Empire: Roman Mythology
Information about Roman mythology with links to additional information about major gods, minor gods, adopted gods, imperial cult, and more.
Other
Nova Roma: Gods and Goddesses of Rome
This site discusses the religious beliefs and practices of ancient Rome. Includes descriptions of Rome's principal gods and goddesses and a discussion of the importance of guardian spirits to Roman families and households.
Other
Edkins Family Index Page: Minerva Goddess of Wisdom
Quick overview of Minerva - her role in Greek society, and her support of Perseus when he killed Medusa.
Other
Mysterious Britain and Ireland: Mars, the God of War
This resource provides information on the mythological god of war, Mars.
Franco Cavazzi
Roman Empire: Religion in the Home
The religious practices performed in the homes of the Romans are discussed--how minor gods and goddesses had roles in all aspects of Roman daily life.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Jupiter
This site from the Encyclopedia Mythica provides information on the god known as Jupiter. It discusses, in the second paragraph, his temple on the Capitol. The information is not in-depth at all, but it is very interesting and worth...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Latin the Language of the Solar System
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this lesson students will learn the history of the solar system and how it is associated with the Roman and Greek Gods.