Here's a handy two-page reference that briefly identifies major Greek and Roman mythological figures.

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a reading of the story of the Maccabees. Elementary learners discover how Hanukkah came to be with comprehension questions and fun activities for a full lesson during the holidays.

Are the Olympic Games a benefit for their host countries and cities? Scholars decide for themselves in preparation for a class debate or discussion. After reading a brief background and overview of the topic, pupils read the top three...

This site focuses on Zeus, the supreme god in Ancient Greece, the father of the Olympian gods, and the ruler of mankind. It provides biographical information, background, English and Greek pronunciations of his name, other titles,...

Wikipedia provides historical information and images of the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens, Greece.

A brief account of a temple built at the foot of the agora in Athens. Describes the altar inside and has links to photos of an inscription.

Read this passage to learn how Zeus abducted Ganymede, the handsome prince of Troy, and what happened as a result of Hera's jealousy.

Read this passage to learn about Tantalus, the favorite child of Zeus who stole from the dinner table and was thrown into the Underworld as punishment.

Learn more about Typhon, a terrifying part man part beast monster whose mission was to destroy the earth and cause problems for Zeus.

Read about Europe, the Greek princess for whom the continent of Europe was named. Learn how she was abducted by Zeus in disguise.

Takes a look at the story of the Titan Atlas in Greek Mythology with a focus on his punishment from Zeus and his representation in Greek art.

Illustrated dictionary entry for Olympia, the location of the statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Describes the significance of Olympia to the Greeks and the history of the area.

Article taken from Encyclopedia Britannica about the Greek sculptor Pheidias. Discusses the Temple of Zeus at Olympia as well as his other works.

Asclepius, the god of healing and medicine, was the personification of the ideal doctor. He even had the power to raise the dead. Zeus feared his power; read to find out what he did to Asclepius.

This site focuses on Hephaestus, the Greek God of Metallurgy and the Smith of the Olympian Gods. It provides biographical information, background, English and Greek pronunciations of his name, other titles, pictures, myths, and his...

This site focuses on Hera, the Greek goddess of marriage and family and the protector of married women. It provides biographical information, background, English and Greek pronunciations of her name, other titles, pictures, myths, and...

"Theogony," a famous poem, by Hesiod explains the beginnings of Greek Mythology's first Greek Gods and Goddesses. From Chaos came Gaea (Earth), Uranus (the Heaven), and Eros (Desire) who produced the Titans and from them, the Olympian gods.

Learn about the Charites or Graces, three lovely goddesses: Aglaia, the Grace of Beauty, Euphrosyne, the Grace of Delight, and Thalia, the Grace of Blossom.

Read about the Nymphs, young goddesses of Nature including the sea, the land, and the woods.

Hebe, the goddess of youth and the cupbearer of the gods, was married to Heracles and acted as a servant to the Olympian gods.

A series of articles and historical information about the history, origins, and events of the ancient Olympics.

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...

This site provides a quick explanation of Hera's (Roman name "Juno") role in the Olympian society. Her symbols and domain are also revealed.

Well-written article tells of several of Hermes' (Roman name "Mercury") feats, including killing Argos.