University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go: Mary Hunter Austin
Mary Hunter Austin recreates two Native American tales in her stories, "The Story of Little Tavwots," and "The Fire-Bringer." The texts can be read online or downloaded in MP3 or PDF format. In addition, each story has downloadable...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Native Americans for Kids: Mythology and Legends
This site explores Native American Indian mythology and legends. Learn how creation myths and other stories passed down over history.
Aaron Shepherd
Aaron Shepard's World of Stories: Folktales, Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends, Etc.
Here are folktales, fairy tales, tall tales, myths, legends, magical tales, and sacred stories, plus original fables, humor, fantasy, and historical fiction from award-winning author Aaron Shepard. Most of the stories have been published...
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Animal Myths & Legends
Creative site that collects Native American and Australian Aboriginal tales, retelling them in an easy-to-read style. Also collects animal stories, such as how the zebra got its stripes, from kids from all over the world. Includes links...
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Egypt Art: Mythology Gallery Directory
This site is a personal site that chronicles Egyptian gods and goddesses, myths, battles, and legends which are discussed here in text that is easily understood. There is also a section on The Book of the Dead, a Glossary of Egyptian...
Yale University
The Tainos of Puerto Rico: Rediscovering Borinquen
Nice unit designed to help students of Puerto Rican descent learn about their cultural roots. Students research Taino culture and read Taino myths, legends and poems; create their own myths and poems; and practice Spanish vocabulary....
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Jc Online: Mitos E Lendas Nosso Folclore (In Portugese)
Interesting collection of 20 Brazilian folktales and myths from different regions of the country, such as the Amazonian rain forest. Includes stories of mythical cities, of creatures that haunt certain regions, and of a goat that eats...
Britain Express
Britain Express: Myths and Legends: Robin Hood
Brief, general background of the Robin Hood Legend, with links to two Robin Hood sites.
Other
Mythography: Roman Heroes and Heroines
This site has basic dictionary entries on some of the legendary heroes and heroines of Ancient Rome. Most are characters from The Aeneid.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Romulus and Remus
History for Kids tells the background story of the origins of Rome through the mythology of the legendary Romulus and Remus.
Mex Connect
Mex Connect: The History of Mexico
MexConnect provides links to many myths and legends of Mexico.
Royal British Colombia Museum (Canada)
Royal Bc Museum: Dinosaurs
A short introduction to the topic of dinosaurs with a fact section on sixteen different dinosaurs. Another section looks at dinosaur myths and legends in ancient cultures. There are also lesson plans and some word puzzles.
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Victoria Falls Guide: African Culture
An informational site by two people who grew up in Zimbabwe. Covers facts, art, customs, culture, history, myths, traditions, and religions of Zimbabwe and Africa. Also has a news sections with links to articles on Zimbabwe.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Bald Eagle
This Smithsonian website has a brief but thorough article on the Bald Eagles. Content also includes pictures and an extensive quote from naturalist Edward Nelson as he discusses the role of eagles in Eskimo myth.
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Brooklyn Expedition: Latin America
Excellent site about Latin America from the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Explore ancient beliefs and rituals, celebrations, culture, the land, animals, and the history of Latin America.
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh:folk Links Folk:fairy Tale Site
This site offers links to folk tale and fairy tale sites. Students and teachers will benefit from this useful reference guide.
Open Library of the Internet Archive
Open Library: Nights With Uncle Remus: Myths and Legends of the Old Plantation
This ebook version of Joel Chandler Harris's "Nights With Uncle Remus: Myths And Legends Of The Old Plantation" has been made available in multiple formats by the Open Library. Editions of the full novel, organized by year of...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids History: Mythology in Ancient China
Kids learn about the mythology of Ancient China including the three sovereign, the five emperors, dragons, and the legend of the Chinese New Year on this site.
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Minneapolis Inst. Of Arts: Birthplace of Herbert Hoover
Site features the painting "The Birthplace of Herbert Hoover, West Branch, Iowa" by Grant Wood. The legend behind the painting, background information, and discussion questions are provided. An outline of key ideas and vocabulary...
SMART Technologies
Smart: Fables
Students will learn the characteristics of fables by separating them from myths and legends, as well as view and read fables from Aesop within this SMART whiteboard lesson.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Hera
This site provides a quick explanation of Hera's (Roman name "Juno") role in the Olympian society. Her symbols and domain are also revealed.
SMART Technologies
Smart: Greek Gods
This lesson includes some of the main Greek mythological gods and a short description about each Gods area of importance.
Other
Database of Award Winning Children's Literature
This is a phenomenal resource. It allows the user to create a reading list of quality children's literature based of choices such as reading level, type of book, genre, ethnicity, gender, etc. In addition, one can determine if a book won...
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Urban Legends Reference Pages: Old Wives' Tales
Find a brief list of old wives' tales related to luck, good health, hair growth, and other topics. Each includes a link to a detailed explanation of the "myth" and its origins.
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