Activity
1
1
Jefferson Township Schools

Note Card Assignment for Greek Myth

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
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. 
Handout
Jefferson Township Schools

Major Greek Gods and Goddesses

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
From Poseidon (Neptune) to Aries (Mars) and Apollo, learners are given a great overview of the major Greek gods and goddesses with this resource, which includes a graphic organizer and reading excerpts on each of the gods. 
PPT
Jefferson Township Schools

Major Gods: Names, Roles, & Symbols

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
From Aphrodite to Zeus, here you'll find a PowerPoint presentation identifying basic information about 15 Greek gods and goddesses.
Handout
Curated OER

Those Wacky Greek and Roman Gods: A Quick Cheat-Sheet

For Students 6th - 10th
Here's a handy two-page reference that briefly identifies major Greek and Roman mythological figures.
Worksheet
Curated OER

The Greek Gods

For Students 4th - 6th
In this Greek Gods worksheet, learners match 6 Greek Gods to their appropriate descriptions. Students write the number next to the following Gods in the boxes next to each description: Athene, Hermes, Hera, Poseidon, Ares and Zeus.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Lightning Thief: Directed Reading-Thinking Activity

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Before diving into the engaging tale of Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan, conduct this directed reading and thinking activity. Assess your pupils' knowledge of Greek gods and mythology through a knowledge web,...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Greek Gods

For Students 6th - 10th
In this Greek history learning exercise, students read an excerpt about the Greek gods and goddesses. They create a family tree of the Greek gods listed on the sheet. Then, students identify which of the Olympian deities are featured in...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Greek Myths

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this language arts worksheet, students discover 9 Greek gods, goddesses and heroes by reading paragraphs about them. Students then complete a crossword puzzle.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Greek Mythology

For Students 6th - 8th
In this literature worksheet, students find the words that are associated with Greek Mythology and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
Worksheet
Prestwick House

Edith Hamilton’s Mythology

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Where is the Oracle? Who brought fire from Olympus? What creature is half bird, half horse? Review details from famous Greek myths with a crossword puzzle that focuses on Edith Hamilton's Mythology.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Greek Mythology

For Students 6th
In this social studies worksheet, 6th graders will complete a word search puzzle of Greek gods and goddesses. Students will search for 13 words within the puzzle.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introducing the Olympian Gods

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students compare and contrast characteristics of the Olympians with the character of the One True God.  In this mythology lesson students work in groups and are assigned one god and one myth to compare and contrast to God.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Poseidon's Protectors to the Rescue

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the concept of philanthropy. In this environmental stewardship lesson, students explore the Greek mythology story of Poseidon. Middle schoolers write letters to Poseidon that address water pollution today and...
Unit Plan
Curated OER

Mountain of Myths

For Teachers 2nd
Students listen to mythical stories about Greek Mythology. In this myths lesson plan, students actively listen to myths, examine why it would be a myth and analyze the characters in the stories.
PPT
Curated OER

Characters in the Odyssey Book 1

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Seven of the characters in Homer's the Odyssey are introduced in this very basic presentation. Viewers meet Zeus, Poseidon, and Athena (among others). Strengthen this presentation by adding pictures or attempting to see what information...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Where the Past and Present Meet

For Students 8th - 10th
In this planets worksheet, students are given clues from Greek mythology to find the names of planets and moons. They use an on line source to find the answers.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Primary History: Ancient Greeks

For Students 5th - 9th
For this ancient history worksheet, learners examine the world of the ancient Greeks. They examine pictures of the Wooden Horse before making one with everyday items. They read about Odysseus and the characters in the story. They locate...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ocean Mythology

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students examine Greek and Roman mythology concerning the oceans and humankind's relationship with them, and create presentations to share with classmates.
Interactive
Curated OER

The Iliad Quiz

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive reading comprehension instructional activity, students respond to 12 multiple choice questions about Homer's The Iliad. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
Interactive
Curated OER

Mythology Study Guide

For Students 9th - 12th
In this literature worksheet, high schoolers respond to 20 short answer and essay questions about noteworthy myths. Students may also link to an online interactive quiz on the novel at the bottom of the page.
Handout
Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Olympian Gods: Poseidon

For Students 9th - 10th
This site focuses on Poseidon, the Greek god of the seas, the horses, and the earthquakes. It provides biographical information, background, English and Greek pronunciations of his name, other titles, pictures, myths, and his places of...
Handout
Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Demigods & Spirits: Triton, a Sea God and Merman

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Triton, a powerful sea god, merman, and the messenger of Poseidon, who possessed the gift of prophecy.
Unknown Type
Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Greek Mythology Games: Poseidon Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of the Greek god Poseidon with this five-question quiz.
Website
Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Greek Mythology: Olympian Gods

For Students 9th - 10th
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.