Greek Mythology for Kids: From the Gods to the Titans

Themis is an ancient Greek Titaness. She is the personification of divine order, law, natural law and custom. She was mother to the Fates and the Hours

Atlas led the Titanes in a rebellion against Zeus and was condemned to bear the heavens upon his shoulders.

Prometheus is known in Greek mythology as the creator of mankind. He also gave mankind the gift of fire from Mount Olympus.

Oceanus is believed to be the divine personification of the sea, an enormous river encircling the world. Oceanus was the eldest of the Titans.

Artemis is goddess of the moon and of the hunt. She is the twin sister of the god Apollo. She often is shown accompanied by forest creatures such as deer and bears.

Hermes was the messenger god. He wore a winged hat and winged sandals, and he carried a magic wand. Hermes is a god of transitions and boundaries.

Aphrodite is the Greek goddess of love and beauty. She is famous for being the most beautiful of the goddesses.

Apollo is the Greek god of music, poetry, light, prophecy, and medicine. Apollo was also known as great healer.

Ares is the son of Zeus and Hera. He is the Greek god of war. He was known for being violent and cruel, but also cowardly.

Hera was the queen of the gods and the protector of women. She was the patron goddess of the city of Argos.