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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...
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Olympian Gods: Aphrodite
This site focuses on Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, beauty and eternal youth. It includes biographical and family information, the English and Greek pronunciations of her name, and links to her myths, pictures, places of worship,...
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Mythology: Olympian Gods
This site provides pictures (statue forms) and links to stories of each of the Olympian Gods in alphabetic order. It also has audio of both the Greek and English pronunciation of each as well as a gallery of pictures.
Other
Isabel Allende
The Chilean author Isabel Allende's official website--includes biographical information as well as summaries and reviews of her work. The site also contains a list of awards, a photo gallery, and other resources.
Mythweb
Mythweb: The Olympians
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.
Quia
Quia: Looking at Art of Ancient Greece and Rome
If your students enjoy going on scavenger hunts, then they will certainly enjoy exploring this site! There are ten questions about ancient Greek and Roman art, with answers provided at the end.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Greek Mythology
Encyclopedia Mythica offers a comprehensive resource on Greek mythology. Content includes a look at the principal gods, Zeus's consorts and offspring, the descendants of Prometheus, and much, much more. Click on "browse articles" for a...
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Mythology Games: Aphrodite Crossword
Test your knowledge of the Greek goddess Aphrodite with this crossword puzzle.
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.
Nine Planets
The Nine Planets: Venus
In-depth information site on Venus, complete with a thorough glossary, links to a wide array of related sites, thumbnail picture files linked to larger images, and even a short audio file from a classic symphony.
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago: Roman Copy of the Aphrodite of Knidos (In Spanish)
Examine a Roman copy of a famous Greek original and view three accompanying video clips that provide useful background information about the statue's particulars. One explains who Aphrodite was; the second tells why this particular...
Other
Greek Mythology Today and Myth of the Month
A large Greek mythology site focused on students and expressing a great love of Greek myth. Contains the Myth of the Month, as well as Homework Help concerning myths. Humorous and colorful.
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.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Venus
A treasure trove of images of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. Among the more famous artworks displayed at this site include Sandro Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus," and "The Venus de Milo," the work of an unknown sculptor.
Lin and Don Donn
Mr. Donn: Aphrodite
Fitting for the younger set, here is a very short description of the Greed goddess Aphrodite.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses
Features a list of Greek gods and goddesses of Greek mythology and other interesting facts.
Curated OER
Athenian White Ground Clay Vase, About 475 Bc
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek Goddess Aphrodite describes her lineage and some of her principal exploits. Explore two examples of artwork depicting Aphrodite.
Curated OER
Marble Statue of Aphrodite. Rome, Museo Nazionale Romano
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek Goddess Aphrodite describes her lineage and some of her principal exploits. Explore two examples of artwork depicting Aphrodite.
Curated OER
Mythweb: Greek Mythology: Gods: Aphrodite: With Dove
Ancient Greek goddess Aphrodite, with a dove.
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Venus / Aphrodite
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Venus / Aphrodite."