Author: Cynthia RossPublisher: Teacher Created Resources
ISBN: 155734423X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Introduces children to the gods, people and beliefs of ancient Greek myths.
A Guide for Using D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths in the Classroom
Author: Cynthia RossPublisher: Teacher Created Resources
ISBN: 155734423X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Introduces children to the gods, people and beliefs of ancient Greek myths.
D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths
Author: Ingri d'AulairePublisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1524770647
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
"I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."—R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder Kids can lose themselves in a world of myth and magic while learning important cultural history in this beloved classic collection of Greek mythology. Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece—gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters—as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come.
D'aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
Author: Publisher:
ISBN: 9781442087330
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
THE GODS AND GODDESSES OF GREECE IN ENCHANTING FORM.
Ancient Greece
Author: David JefferiesPublisher: Teacher Created Resources
ISBN: 1557342970
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Thematic unit about the contributions Greek civilization has made to the world. Students experience aspects of the culture and study mythology.
A Guide for Using the Odyssey in the Classroom
Author: Stacy MantlePublisher: Teacher Created Resources
ISBN: 1576906337
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths
Author: Ingri d'AulairePublisher: New York Review of Books
ISBN: 1681377896
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
The Caldecott medal-winning d'Aulaires once again captivate their young audience with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Norse legends, telling stories of Odin the All-father, Thor the Thunder-god and the theft of his hammer, Loki the mischievous god of the Jotun Race, and Ragnarokk, the destiny of the gods. Children meet Bragi, the god of poetry, and the famous Valkyrie maidens, among other gods, goddesses, heroes, and giants. Illustrations throughout depict the wondrous other world of Norse folklore and its fantastical Northern landscape.
Study Guide for D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths - Complete Edition
Author: Lisa PelissierPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
SneakerBlossom Study Guides are Christian, Classical, Versatile, and Affordable. They can be used from 3rd grade through high school. This is the Complete edition for "D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths" by Ingri and Edgar Parin D'Aulaire. It includes comprehension and discussion/essay questions at the front for the student; questions and answers at the back for the teacher. It also includes character and place indexing. SneakerBlossom Study Guides for "D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths" also come in the following editions: Answer Key (comprehension and discussion/essay questions and answers; print and digital formats); Relaxed Workbook (comprehension questions with multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank answers; print only); Studious Workbook (comprehension questions with space for the student's answers; print only); Scholarly Workbook (comprehension and discussion/essay questions; print only); and Questions Only (comprehension and discussion/essay questions; digital only). All editions include character and place indexing.
Exploring Greek Myth
Author: Matthew ClarkPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444362135
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
Exploring Greek Myth offers an extensive discussion of variant forms of myths and lesser-known stories, including important local myths and local versions of PanHellenic myths. Clark also discusses approaches to understanding myths, allowing students to gain an appreciation of the variety in one volume. Guides students from an introductory understanding of myths to a wide-ranging exploration of current scholarly approaches on mythology as a social practice and as an expression of thought Written in an informal conversational style appealing to students by an experienced lecturer in the field Offers extensive discussion of variant forms of myths and many lesser known, but deserving, stories Investigates a variety of approaches to the study of myth including: the sources of our knowledge of Greek myth, myth and ritual in ancient Greek society, comparative myth, myth and gender, hero cult, psychological interpretation of myth, and myth and philosophy Includes suggestions in each chapter for essays and research projects, as well as extensive lists of books and articles for further reading The author draws on the work of many leading scholars in the field in his exploration of topics throughout the text
Atticus the Storyteller
Author: Lucy CoatsPublisher: Orion Children's
ISBN: 9781842552797
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Atticus the Storyteller is determined to take part in the great Storytelling Festival near Troy. He leaves his family in Crete and sets off on a year-long journey round Greece with his donkey, Melissa; and wherever he goes he tells his favourite myths to anyone who'll listen. The 100 myths include all the favourites, such as the wanderings of Odysseus, the labours of Heracles, the stories of King Midas, Daedalus and Icarus, and Theseus and the Minotaur. Atticus's journey takes the reader to all the sites of the myths and gives a captivating glimpse of how life was lived in Ancient Greece. This is an unparalleled introduction to the Greek myths for younger children, excitingly told, wonderful to read aloud, and illustrated on every opening with lively, engaging, colourful pictures full of authentic detail. In Orion's tradition of extra-large great-value story books, this is an outstandingly good resource for every family.
The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus
Author: AlikiPublisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064461890
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Long, long ago in ancient Greece, people began telling wonderful stories to explain the mysteries of life. These myths featured gods and goddesses, mighty beings who look human but have amazing powers and live forever. Now you can meet these extraordinary characters and hear their legends, brought to life again by Aliki in this splendid, panoramic look at the amazing stories and characters of Greek legend. "[Will meet the] demand for basic information on the gods and goddesses at the primary level."—BL. "Aliki's fans will welcome her introduction to these famous Greeks."—SLJ. 1994 "Pick of the Lists" (ABA)