Bartleby
Bartleby.com: Bulfinch's Mythology: The Age of Fable
Bulfinch's collection of Greek and Roman myths is available here in full text format. A little known feature of this work is its sections on Eastern mythology, Northern mythology and a section on Druid religion.
Other
Rune Magick: Glossary of Terms for Norse Magick and Religion
Glossary of Norse mythological gods and goddesses.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: Native American Poetry and Sand Paintings
In this lesson plan, your young scholars can read Native American poetry, then create their own unique sand paintings. Provides links to handouts and information as well assessment criteria, and extension ideas.
Other
Powersource: Cherokee Stories
This site from Powersource gives links to many Cherokee myths, including the "Cycle of the Seasons" and "Rock House: Why the Sun Follows the Moon." These are both good examples of the Cherokee religious beliefs of creation.
Other
Godchecker: Native American Gods a Z List
Online reference to Native American Gods contains 352 Native American deity names and 214 separate entries
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....
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Kassite Rule in Mesopotamia
Short article discussing the Kassites in Mesopotamia, including their route to power, their religion and their lifestyle in 1500 BC.
PBS
Pbs: Common Western Stereotypes About Islam
A short but highly informative article which looks at the many mis-perceptions in American society regarding Islam and its followers. Some of the topics explored include the idea whether or not Islam is a "violent" religion and the role...
Encyclopedia Mythica
The Encyclopedia Mythica: Aztec Mythology
The Encyclopedia Mythica presents 93 links to entries about Aztec gods and goddesses.
Franco Cavazzi
Roman Empire: Religion in the Home
The religious practices performed in the homes of the Romans are discussed--how minor gods and goddesses had roles in all aspects of Roman daily life.
Other
Macrohistory: Babylonian Myths of Creation and a Great Flood
The story of Gilgamesh addresses the eternal themes of human audacity, free will, and why people must die. Study the following summary of Gilgamesh and the Babylonian creation story. Pictures and a bibliography are included.
Other
Bbc: Egyptian Legends and Theology
A brief overview of the major beliefs and legends in Egyptian theology.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Inca Empire for Kids: Mythology and Religion
Kids learn about the Mythology and Religion of the Inca Empire including the gods, goddesses, priests, huacas, and afterlife.
Other
Nova Roma: Gods and Goddesses of Rome
This site discusses the religious beliefs and practices of ancient Rome. Includes descriptions of Rome's principal gods and goddesses and a discussion of the importance of guardian spirits to Roman families and households.
Sacred Text Archive
Enuma Elish: The Epic of Creation
A 1902 translation of the Enuma Elish, the ancient Mesopotamian creation myth.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Deity
Explains the concept of a deity and its place in mythology and religion. The different forms of theism are described, and the place of deities in various religious belief systems.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Cronus (Saturn)
"In Greek mythology, Cronus was the son of Uranus and Gaea." He led a revolt against his father and thereby became the king of the gods. He was later overthrown by his own son Zeus.
Other
Franciscan Media: The St. Patrick You Never Knew
An account of the life of St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, that attempts to sort out the many myths surrounding Patrick from the surprisingly few facts history has left us. Article grows out of an interview with noted writer and...
University of California
The History Project: The Antinomian Controversy
One of the most enduring myths in American history is the belief that the Puritans fled to America in search of religious liberty. Unfortunately, this belief is at best only a half-truth, The Puritans were strict religious people who...
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: The Jolja' Cave Project (2001)
Three caves containing pre-Columbian artifacts, murals, and hieroglyphs are documented in this report. Also of interest is commentary on the reports of modern Ch'ol Mayans with regard to ancient belief and current religious belief.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Tsuki Yomi
Use this essay from the Windows to the Universe to learn more about Japanese mythology. "Tsuki-Yomi was the Moon god according the oldest Japanese religion, Shinto, which means 'the way of the gods.'"
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Tragedy
This encyclopedia entry from Wikipedia about tragedies discusses its Greek origins; the typical characteristics of a tragedy; and lists some examples of ancient Greek, Roman, English, and modern-day writers of tragedies.
Other
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.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Gaea/mother Earth
This website focuses on Gaea the great goddess of the early Greeks. She is also known as Mother Earth. Use this website to see a picture of Gaea.