Bulfinch’s Mythology: Just like the book. It’s a great site to find the information you need.
Classical Mythology (National Earth Science Teachers Association)
Classical Mythology (National Earth Science Teachers Association)
Encyclopedia Mythica: Includes Greek, Norse, Roman, and Celtic mythology.
It is divided into six geographical regions which are Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania. There is also a Folklore section containing general folklore, Arthurian legends, and folktales from different parts of the world.
Greek Gods and Goddesses, Mythology of Ancient Greece
Greek Mythology Link: This is a web site created and maintained by Carlos Parada,
author of Genealogical Guide to Greek Mythology.
The Mythology of the Constellations: Looks at the stories behind the constellations.
Mythweb: This site looks at the heroes, gods and monsters of Greek mythology. Take a look at their Teacher section, it offers lesson plans, contests and a Why Teach link that will take you to a summary of mythological references that you might want your students to know.
Theoi Project: Exploring Mythology in Classical Literature and Art.
This site presents a wide-ranging reference guide to the gods, spirits, creatures and heroes of ancient Greek mythology and religion.
Star Myths and Constellation Lore: From the Alexandria Journal.
Why use these sites?
These sites would help to supplement print resources while engaged in lessons surrounding the following California State English-language Arts Content Standards, Grades 9 and 10. Reading, Standard 1.3: Identify Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology and use the knowledge to understand the origin and meaning of new words.
Examples of this standard:
- Use the story of Midas to understand the phrase, The Midas Touch.
- Use the story of Illiad and Achilles to understand the phrase, Achilles heel.
- Use the myths of Narcissus and Echo to understand the term, narcissistic.
- Use the story of the goddess Nemesis to understand the use of the term, nemesis.
- Use the myth of Pan to understand the term, panic.
Pictured at right (top to bottom) are: Zeus, Nemesis, Hercules, Orpheus and the two Sirens,Leda and the Swan (at the Getty Villa). The last two photos are of the Acropolis.