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The ancient Greeks believed their gods often got involved in the lives of mortals, sometimes to help, sometimes to hinder, and sometimes quite accidentally, causing all kinds of trouble. According to the storytellers, the ancient Greek gods were not always the most thoughtful of magical beings. Although the storytellers were quite inventive, and each told a myth in their own way, each god's personality and powers remained the same from story to story. That's because the ancient Greeks knew their gods well.

Here are some ancient Greek myths for kids, retold by the storyteller Lin Donn
The Truth About Myths
A series of animated Greek Myths by Geethanjali Studios, based on our Greek Myths, and used with our permission

Ancient Greek Gods by name and powers

QUIZ: Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses (Interactive with answers)

This list of original short myths tell the stories of the daily life of the ancient Greek people and of the many gods and goddesses and magical beings who helped and hindered their lives, star the Mighty Herc (known by many names including Heracles and Hercules) and the Hercules Detective Agency. See if you can solve a case as well as Herc did.

From the Case Files of the Hercules Detective Agency:

Greek Myths by other storytellers and animators

Greek Myths from Starfall

Myth of the Golden Fleece (animated, video)

Myth of Jason and the Argonauts (animated, Ted-Ed video)
Greek Myth Games (interactive)
Vase Paintings Come to Life - Poison for Good, Poison for Evil, stories

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Myths about the Ancient Greek Gods for Kids

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Name: Olympus National Park
Location: Greece
Date Established: 1938
Size: 92 square miles (238 square kilometers)

Did You Know?

* Myth-Laden Mountain Greece's highest mountain, Olympus is also the legendary abode of the gods. The favor of the deities gave the mountain an honored place in Classical Greek culture and that mythical status has been passed down through the centuries, across Western civilization.

* Pantheon The mountain's highest peak, Mytikas, tops out at 9,573 feet (2,918 meters). The ancients called Mytikas "Pantheon" and believed it was the meeting place of the deities. The 12 gods were believed to have lived in the alpine ravines, which Homer described as the mountain's "mysterious folds."

* Olympian Games The village of Dion, on the mountain's flanks, was a Macedonian holy city where King Archelaus (r. 414-399 B.C.) held nine days of games to honor Zeus. Today Dion houses a remarkable archaeological site, where work is ongoing, and an archaeological museum in which much of the region's rich Classical history is on display. In the summer the Olympus Festival includes performances at the ancient theater.

* Climate Olympus is a Mediterranean mountain; summers are typically warm and dry and winters are wet. High elevations are typically covered in snow for a full seven months (November to May). During any season the climate is apt to change as one climbs-for each 100 meters of ascent the average temperature typically drops by half a degree Celsius.

* Plant Life More than 1,700 plants are found on Mount Olympus-representing 25 percent of all Greek flora. Diversity is high here because of the mountain's different elevation zones and its proximity to the sea. Deciduous trees and bushes dominate to about 1,640 feet (500 meters), then give way to stands of black pine and fir. Higher on the mountain are cold-tested conifer forests, including the rare Bosnian pine ( Pinus heldreichii). Above the tree line, at about 8,202 feet (2,500 meters), forests give way to low vegetation and, in season, wide expanses of wildflowers.

* Animal Life Larger animals prowling the park include wolves, jackals, wild cats, foxes, chamois, and deer. More than a hundred bird species live in Olympus National Park, including rare and threatened woodpeckers and golden eagles. The park is also famed for the colorful array of butterflies found here.

How to Get There

A primary base for Olympus exploration, Litochoro is 258 miles (416 kilometers) from Athens but just 57 miles (92 kilometers) from Thessaloniki. The town is nestled in the mountain's foothills, just three miles (five kilometers) from the Aegean Sea. It's linked by train and bus to Athens and Thessaloniki. Other park entrance points are at Dion, Petra, Karya, and Kokkinopilos.

When to Visit

The region of Olympus National Park boasts a history that is second to none, as well as a vibrant modern culture. A year-round calendar features cultural, religious, and athletic events.

How to Visit

Hiking and climbing are very popular on the mountain and there are routes for all levels of ability and enthusiasm. There are nine refuges for overnight stays; each one sleeps dozens of people and many have kitchens or even restaurants. Some refuges are seasonal so plan any visits accordingly.

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Olympus National Park, Greece -- National Geographic

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Ancient Greek Myth for Kids: Mount Olympus - Ancient Greek & Roman Gods for Kids

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Is Mount Olympus a real place? Yes. Mount Olympus is Greece's highest mountain. Today, Mount Olympus is one of Greece's national parks. Thousands of years ago, this real mountain was believed by the ancient Greek people to be the mountain top home of some pretty powerful gods.

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Click on this link to learn what myths are.

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Myths,Legends,Fables|What are myths? Myths & Legends - Animals Myths &Legends - Planet Ozkids - Explore Legends, Myths and Cultures

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What is a myth? Oban explains difference between myths,legends,fables,folk tales,fairy tales,stories of Animals Myths and Legends. Read amazing stories, solve puzzles, play games, meet a dragon and help save a world.

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Here are more myths that are more like stories. Click on this link to learn more about them.

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Myths, Legends, Fables & Folklore - Animals Myths & Legends - Planet Ozkids - Explore Legends, Myths and Cultures

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Animal Myths Legends Fables and stories. Oban’s collection of myths, legends, fables and stories about animals. Native American Indian legends,Australian Aboriginal dreamtime legends,Korean, Indian and more. Read amazing stories, meet a dragon and help save a world

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Click on this link to learn more about Greek Gods and Goddesses!

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The ancient Greeks believed their gods often got involved in the lives of mortals, sometimes to help, sometimes to hinder, and sometimes quite accidentally, causing all kinds of trouble. According to the storytellers, the ancient Greek gods were not always the most thoughtful of magical beings. Although the storytellers were quite inventive, and each told a myth in their own way, each god's personality and powers remained the same from story to story. That's because the ancient Greeks knew their gods well.

Here are some ancient Greek myths for kids, retold by the storyteller Lin Donn
The Truth About Myths
A series of animated Greek Myths by Geethanjali Studios, based on our Greek Myths, and used with our permission

Ancient Greek Gods by name and powers

QUIZ: Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses (Interactive with answers)

This list of original short myths tell the stories of the daily life of the ancient Greek people and of the many gods and goddesses and magical beings who helped and hindered their lives, star the Mighty Herc (known by many names including Heracles and Hercules) and the Hercules Detective Agency. See if you can solve a case as well as Herc did.

From the Case Files of the Hercules Detective Agency:

Greek Myths by other storytellers and animators

Greek Myths from Starfall

Myth of the Golden Fleece (animated, video)

Myth of Jason and the Argonauts (animated, Ted-Ed video)
Greek Myth Games (interactive)
Vase Paintings Come to Life - Poison for Good, Poison for Evil, stories

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Myths about the Ancient Greek Gods for Kids

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Click on this link. Choose a Greek God that you would like to research and learn about them!

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Wonderful Ancient Greek Myths That Are Hardly Ever Told

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Our Free Lesson Plans and Classroom Activities

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In order to learn more about myths, your job is to click on one of these pages and read a myth. While reading, think about the categories in your Tab-It book and answer the questions. When you are finished reading, create a short summary about the myth you have read.