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1) Zeus
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Relates the exploits of Zeus and his importance in Greek mythology, including his connection to such figures as Pandora and Hercules, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
2) Venus
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Relates the exploits of Venus and her importance in Roman mythology, including her connection to such figures as Aeneus and Adonis, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
5) Poseidon
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the character of Poseidon and his roles in Greek mytholgy.
6) Odysseus
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the character of Odysseus and his importance in Greek Mythology
7) Achilles
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to Achilles and his place in Greek mythology, including his connection with the Trojan WAr and such figures as Athena and Apollo.
8) Hades
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Relates the exploits of Hades and his importance in Greek mythology and includes some of the stories about him.
10) Medusa
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Tells the story of Medusa, Perseus' quests to kill her, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
11) Cyclopes
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the cyclops characters and their roles in Greek and Roman mythology.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2004
Description
This revealing work introduces readers to the mythologies of Native Americans from the United States to the Arctic Circle--a rich, complex, and diverse body of lore, which remains less widely known than mythologies of other peoples and places. In thematic chapters and encyclopedia-style entries, Handbook of Native American Mythology examines the characters and deities, rituals, sacred locations and objects, concepts, and stories that define and distinguish...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
"Welcome to The Book of Japanese Folklore: a fascinating journey through Japan's folklore through profiles of the legendary creatures and beings who continue to live on in pop culture today. From the sly kitsune to the orgrish oni and mischievous shape-shifting tanuki, learn all about the origins of these fantastical and mythical creatures. With information on their cultural significance, a retelling of a popular tale tied to that particular yokai,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of Egyptian Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From the sun god Amon-Ra to the good king Osiris, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct people's lives.
20) Norse mythology
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores the history of Norse myths and their meaning, from Odin, the king of Asgard, to the mighty Thor.