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The Roman Pantheon/ Roman Gods

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Hinduwebsite: Gods and Goddesses

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to the Hindu pantheon. Explains how the "many gods" of Hinduism are actually manifestations of the one God.
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Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Ancient Greece: Mount Olympus

For Students 9th - 10th
This site focuses on Mount Olympus, the Kingdom of the Olympian gods and the highest mountain in Greece.
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Mysterious Britain and Ireland: Mars, the God of War

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information on the mythological god of war, Mars.
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Pantheon: The Family Tree of Gods

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive family tree of ancient Japanese gods and goddesses with descriptions and images.
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Godchecker: Celtic Mythology: The Gods of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Gaul

For Students 9th - 10th
Guide to the pantheon of the ancient Celtic gods and goddesses.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Lares

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Soma

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed encyclopedia entry on the Vedic god Soma. Covers the different forms this god takes and his various functions. Also includes links to other encyclopedia entries on other figures in Hindu mythology.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Pantheon: Japanese Mythology

For Students 1st - 9th
Encyclopedia of Japanese mythology.
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Franco Cavazzi

Roman Empire: Roman Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Greek Mythology

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Xipe Totec

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a brief article from the encyclopedia Mythica, and contains information on the Aztec god, Xipe Totec. The article is three paragraphs long and contains great background information into the subject.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Varuna

For Students 9th - 10th
An encyclopedia entry about the Hindu god Varuna, one of the most important of the Vedic gods.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Agni

For Students 9th - 10th
An encyclopedia entry about the Hindu god of fire, Agni. Also has links to other encyclopedia entries on other significant figures in Hindu mythology.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Mitra

For Students 9th - 10th
A short encyclopedia entry about the Vedic god Mitra, the mediator between the gods and men. Also has links to other encyclopedia entries on other figures in Hindu mythology.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Xochiquetzal

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Encyclopedia Mythica contains great information on the Aztec god, Xochiquetzal. The article is two paragraphs long and very factual.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

The Encyclopedia Mythica: Mercury

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of Mercury, the Roman god of trade, profit, merchants, and travelers.
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Encyclopedia Mythica

Encyclopedia Mythica: Vishnu

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed encyclopedia entry describing Vishnu, the Hindu god know as the preserver of the universe. Also has links to other encyclopedia entries on other figures in Hindu mythology.
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Science Kids: Science Images: The Pantheon, Rome, Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
The Pantheon in Rome, Italy was built over 2000 years ago as a temple for the gods of Ancient Rome. This photo shows a number of tourists and visitors enjoying the sites around the temple which can be seen in the image background.
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Able Media

Able Media: Olympus (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site from AbleMedia details a lesson for students to research a specific Olympian god or goddess.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Religion in Ancient Rome

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the religious practices of the Romans, their many gods, and the role of Vestal Virgins.
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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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Encyclopedia Mythica

The Encyclopedia Mythica: Aztec Mythology

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia Mythica presents 93 links to entries about Aztec gods and goddesses.
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Encyclopedia Mythica: Poseidon

For Students 9th - 10th
The god of the sea and his famous rivalry with Athena for the favor of the city of Athens is explained in this article. (Roman name "Neptune.")

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