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A - Z Viking Gods Guide - Ideal for KS2

Feb 2, 20212 min read

Updated: Jan 29

Let's face it, Vikings have an incredibly compelling and exciting mythology. That's likely the reason why, centuries later, Thor is more famous than he's ever been before thanks to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In fact, more people know who Thor is now than they did during his heyday in the 8th Century.


We've looked at the Viking Gods before, in our guide to The Viking Gods You've (Probably) Never Heard Of. This time though, we'll be focusing on the rest of the Viking pantheon of gods. We'll be adding to this guide over the coming weeks and months, so be sure to check back here for the latest additions.


A-Z List of the Viking Gods


Baldr stands glowing in a crowd, surrounded by people in historical attire, with shields and spears in the background.

Baldr

The god of peace, light, and forgiveness. Known for his beauty and gentleness.









Freyja in a flowing white dress with a gold belt stands in a garden, surrounded by greenery and trees. The mood is serene and elegant.


Freyja

Goddess of love, fertility, war, death, magic, prophecy, and wealth. One of the most important Norse gods.











Heimdall, a warrior in armour rides a rearing horse, holding a horn aloft. Dramatic clouds and light surround them, creating a dynamic scene.

Heimdall

Watchman of the gods. Known for his incredible sense of sight and hearing, he guards the bridge between Asgard (home of the gods) and Midgard (home of the humans).








Silhouetted figure of Loki with horned helmet and spear stands on rocky cliff, cloak flowing, against a misty mountain backdrop. Atmospheric mood.

Loki

God of mischief and deception. Known for causing trouble for all creatures, including the other gods.




Yggdrassil, the Norse world tree connects worlds. Top: a circular land with mountains and water, encircled by a serpent. Tranquil, earthy tones.
The World Tree (Yggdrasil)









Mimir

Guardian of the well at the bottom of the World Tree (Yggdrasil). Known for his wisdom and ability to tell the future.

Mysterious robed figure of Odin with an eyepatch holding a staff amid swirling mist and orange sparks. Dark crows fly around, creating a mystical scene.

Odin

God of many things including wisdom, war, death, magic, poetry, prophecy, victory, and the hunt. Known as the chief god of the Viking pantheon of gods.








Sif with long hair sleeps peacefully against a tree stump amid lush foliage in a black and white illustration, evoking tranquility.




Sif

Goddess of earth, crops, and fertility. Thor's wife and known for her golden hair.









Thor, a warrior in red armour, wields a hammer amidst lightning. Goats and another figure are in the action-packed scene, conveying power.

Thor

God of thunder. But he doesn't just influence the weather, he also helps with harvests, justice, travel, and battles.







Tyr, a warrior in armour, with a horned helmet faces a giant wolf with drooling jaws. They stand in a snowy landscape with a distant doorway.
Týr putting his arm in Fenrir's mouth like a big dummy!




Týr

God of law, justice, and heroic glory. Warriors would often pray to Týr to bring them victory in battle.

 

If you're a Primary School teacher then you'll definitely want Imagining History to bring their 'Viking Mythology: (Un)Traditional Storytelling' Interactive workshop to your school.


Our Award-Winning sessions combine role-play, storytelling, demonstrations, and drama and performance to bring history to life for your students.


Our 'Viking Mythology: (Un)Traditional Storytelling' workshop will take your students on a fun and informative journey through the Nine Worlds in this unique introduction to the ancient myths and legends of the Vikings. Your students will:

  • Identify the key Norse Gods by becoming the Gods themselves.

  • Interact with replica Mythical Viking Weapons, including Thor's hammer!

  • Forge weapons with the dwarves to outsmart Loki.

  • Discover the different realms and afterlives and what they can teach us about the values and beliefs of the Vikings.

  • Defeat the Frost Giants with Thor (and find out why he wore a fetching wedding dress).

  • Transform your school hall into a battlefield to help Freyja take the worthy to Valhalla.




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