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Greek Barbie or Action Figure
Young historians bring Greek mythology to the twenty-first century with this engaging research project. Hired to create a Barbie doll or action figure modeled after a Greek god or goddess, students gather the information necessary to...
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Aphrodite with Eros on a Dolphin at Her Side
Students analyze Greek sculpture. In this Greek sculpture lesson plan, students review the roles and responsibilities of the Gods and Goddesses in the Greek pantheon. Students compare the way Greek Gods are portrayed and sculpt the...
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Theoi Greek Mythology: Exploring Mythology in Classic Literature and Art
An exhaustive collection of images, biographies, and texts focused on the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology. W.9-10.9a Analysis
Lin and Don Donn
Mr. Donn: Ancient Greek and Roman Gods and Goddesses
A listing of Greek Gods and Goddesses and their Roman counterparts as well as what each God represented. Click on each name to access a more detailed description.
University of Oxford (UK)
Beazley Archive: Athena
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek Goddess Athena. Describes her lineage, symbols associated with her, and artistic representations of her.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Aphrodite
Illustrated encyclopedia entry provides a definition and overview of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, beauty, and desire.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Athena
Resource provides a definition of Athena, Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and the crafts, and describes her place in Greek mythology.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Who Were the Vestal Virgins, and What Was Their Job?
Peta Greenfield goes back in time to find out who were the vestal virgins.
University of Oxford (UK)
Beazley Archive: Aphrodite
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek Goddess Aphrodite describes her lineage and some of her principal exploits. Explore two examples of artwork depicting Aphrodite.
University of Oxford (UK)
Beazley Archive: Artemis
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek Goddess Artemis. Describes her lineage, the symbols associated with her, and the exploits associated with her.
University of Oxford (UK)
Beazley Archive: Demeter
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek goddess Demeter. Describes her lineage, impact on mankind, and symbols associated with her.
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Mythweb: Greek Mythology: Gods: Artemis: With Bow
The Greek goddess Artemis, bow in hand.
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Mythweb: Greek Mythology: Gods: Aphrodite: With Dove
Ancient Greek goddess Aphrodite, with a dove.
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Mythweb: Greek Mythology: Gods: Hera: On Peacock Throne.
Ancient Greek goddess Hera, seated.
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Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Artemis
Cartoon drawing of the Greek goddess of the hunt, Artemis, known to the Romans as Diana.