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Mythology Myths from various cultures around the world |
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Everything Mythology by B. A. HoenaJam packed with fascinating facts and awe-inspiring imagery that brings fierce mythological heroes to life, introducing kids to gods of ancient worlds including Greek, Norse, Chinese, American Indian, African and more.
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by Lynn Curlee
Gods, goddesses, beasts, heroes, and magical creatures, such as Medusa, the Minotaur, Chimeras, and Phoenixes, come to life in this comprehensive guide to ancient myths and legends for readers of all ages. |
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The Sea-Ringed World: sacred stories of the Americas by MarÃa GarcÃa EsperónPresents a collection of stories from nations and cultures across our two continents, the Sea-Ringed World, as the Aztecs called it, from the edge of Argentina all the way up to Alaska.
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Medusa by Frances NagleExplores the Greek myth of Medusa, the snake-haired Gorgon that could turn people into stone.
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Norse Myths : tales of Odin, Thor, and Loki by Kevin Crossley-HollandAn introduction to Norse mythology traces the creation of the nine worlds through the final battle of Ragnarok, detailing the stories of the Viking gods including the all-powerful Odin, the hammer-wielding Thor and the infamous trickster Loki.
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Japanese Mythology by Jim OllhoffIntroduces popular themes in Japanese mythology, such as creation stories, the Oni, and the Sun goddess Amaterasu, and explains the importance of myth to the country's ancient and modern inhabitants.
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Arthur and the Golden Rope by Joe Todd-StantonJoin Arthur as we journey to the land of the Vikings in this exciting adventure from Brownstone's Mythical Collection. In a place filled with magical objects and powerful gods, can Arthur conquer the fearsome mythical beast and save his town from freezing over?
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Poseidon: god of the sea by Teri TempleDescribes Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, discussing his origin, power, and marriage to Amphitrite.
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The Wooden Horse of Troy by Cari MeisterOdysseus and the Greeks had been fighting the Trojans for 10 years when Odysseus comes up with a brilliant idea. Will his plan put an end to the war?
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Mesoamerican Myths by Anita DalalOne of the most interesting ways to learn about other cultures is through the myths, legends and stories that they pass on to successive generations, which ultimately explain larger truths about the societies and cultures from which they originate.
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West African Myths by Jen GreenBriefly describes the history, geography, and society of West African cultures; explains concepts found within their folklore and mythology; and presents several myths.
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The McElderry Book of Greek Myths by Eric A. KimmelThe story of Pandora and her box, snake-haired Medusa, and the greedy King Midas are three of the twelve myths presented in a colorfully illustrated collection of Greek myths.
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D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths by Ingri D'AulaireAn introduction to the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece, includes all of the D'Aulaires' original detailed illustrations.
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The Adventures of Perseus by Peter HepplewhiteRetells the Greek myth of Perseus, the half-human son of Zeus, who undertakes a series of quests that test his powers, including the slaying of Medusa, a creature so hideous that one look at her can turn a person into stone.
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The Lady of Ten Thousand Namesby Burleigh MuténA fascinating and magical collection, drawn from traditional tales and sacred texts around the world, presents the inspirational tales of various goddesses, including Cerridwen, Isis, White Buffalo Woman, and Kuan Yin, who each overcame obstacles and challenges to achieve independence and authority.
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Paola Santiago and the Sanctuary of Shadows by Tehlor Kay MejiaTo save her best friend Dante from the void, even though he turned against her, Paola must face down two enemies: El Cucuy, the bogey man, and someone even scarier who looks a lot like Paola herself.
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The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary D. SchmidtGiven an assignment to duplicate the mythical feats of Hercules in real life, Herc Beal, the smallest kid in his class, figures out how to take his first steps and discovers that, unlike his namesake, he doesn't have to go it alone.
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City of the Plague God by Sarwat ChaddaThirteen-year-old Sikander Aziz has to team up with the hero Gilgamesh in order to stop Nergal, the ancient god of plagues, from wiping out the population of Manhattan in this adventure based on Mesopotamian mythology.
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Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms by Jamar J. PerryWhen Cameron opens the barrier between their world and Chidani, a fabled West African country protecting its people from the slave trade centuries ago, he learns that he is the only one who can save it from danger.
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The Lightning Thief by Rick RiordanAfter learning that the father he never knew is Poseidon, God of the Sea, Percy Jackson is transferred from boarding school to Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp for demigods, and becomes involved in a quest to prevent a war between the gods.
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Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame MbaliaSeventh-grader Tristan Strong tumbles into the MidPass and, with allies John Henry and Brer Rabbit, must entice the god Anansi to come out of hiding and seal the hole Tristan accidentally ripped in the sky.
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Pilar Ramirez and the Escape from Zafa by Julian RandallTo save her cousin Natasha, who disappeared in the Dominican Republic 50 years ago, 12-year-old Pilar enters the mythical realm of Zafa where Natasha is being held captive, and goes head-to-head with the Dominican boogeyman to free her and return home.
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Pahua and the Soul Stealer by Lori M. LeeAfter an angry spirit steals her brother’s soul, lonely 11-year-old Hmong girl Pahua Moua, who is gifted with a unique ability, must find her way through the spirit worlds to save him—discovering her true destiny along the way.
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Aru Shah and the City of Gold by Roshani ChokshiSearching for her mentors in a city of gold on the brink of war, Aru questions the identity of her Sleeper’s daughter sister and her own commitment to fighting the demon army on behalf of increasingly devious gods.
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Girl Giant and the Monkey King by Van HoangHiding her ability of super strength from the other students in her new middle school, Thom Ngho makes a deal with the Monkey King to find his magical staff if he'll take away her strength.
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The Eye of Zeus by Alane AdamsFinding out she's the daughter of Zeus is not what a foster kid like Phoebe Katz expected to hear from a talking statue of Athena. But when her beloved social worker is kidnapped, Phoebe and her two friends must travel back to ancient Greece and rescue him before she accidentally destroys Olympus.
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Race to the Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseGuided by her Navajo ancestors, seventh-grader Nizhoni Begay discovers she is descended from a holy woman and destined to become a monsterslayer, starting with the evil businessman who kidnapped her father.
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The Storm Runner by Jennifer CervantesTo prevent the Mayan gods from destroying the world, thirteen-year-old Zane must unravel an ancient prophecy and discover how the physical disability that makes him reliant on a cane connects him to his father and his ancestry.
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Who Let the Gods Out? by Maz EvansWhen a constellation of the zodiac crashes down from the sky into a cow patty right in front of him, a boy who wants nothing more than a normal life becomes the unwitting partner of Virgo, a 1,964-year-old girl, in an effort to track down a retired Zeus and the rest of the Olympians in order to capture the evil daemon Thanatos.
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Medusa's Curse by A. J. HunterAfter matching the halves of the Heart of Light, cousins Trey and Sam are thrust back in time to ancient Greece, where they battle harpies, satyrs, and Medusa in their quest to find the four hidden fragments of the Warrior's Shield.
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Ares and the Spear of Fear by Joan HolubAppealed to for help by the giant snake Pythia, Ares, Zeus and their fellow Olympians embark on a quest to claim the Spear of Fear from a band of Amazons who reveal how much Ares has to learn about the powerful weapon.
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Odin's Ravens by Kelley ArmstrongWhen Ragnarok--the apocalypse--threatens, the human descendants of the gods band together to fight monsters, and Matt Thorsen and his friends must journey to the underworld to save a descendant.
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The New Olympians by Kate O'HearnLearning that a new equine contender has been winning races with the fastest times ever recorded, Emily and her companions return to Earth to investigate and uncover a CRU plot to clone Olympians and Nirads.
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Emily Windsnap and the Siren's Secret by Liz KesslerWhen Neptune tells Emily and her merman father and human mother to return to Brightport to try to make merpeople and humans work more closely together, Emily faces problems with old enemies, her new, half-merfolk friend Aaron, and a mystery related to a group of legendary lost sirens.
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Zeus, God of Thunder by A. I. NewtonSent to Eureka, a camp where little gods learn to use and control their supernatural abilities, Zeus has trouble with classes and gets discouraged until he gets some help from his new friends.
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Athena, Goddess of Wisdom by A. I. NewtonAs the Little Olympians prepare for their own Olympic Games, Athena, using strategy and cunning instead of physical prowess, must find unconventional ways to stay in the competition.
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Get Lost, Odysseus!by Kate McMullanIn this humorous version of Greek mythology, Hades, King of the Underworld, tells the true story of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home from Troy.
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Pandora Gets Frightened by Carolyn HennesyPandy, Alcie, Iole and Homer hunt for the worst Evil of all--Fear--in the dreaded underworld where Hera has been wreaking havoc and such infamous villains as Tantalus, Sisyphus and the Danaids have been freed from their eternal punishments.
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The Red Pyramid by Orpheus CollarSeparated siblings Carter and Sadie are reunited by their father, a famed Egyptologist, who inadvertently unleashes the dark god Set, compelling a dangerous journey across the globe in search of their connection to a secret ancient order.
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Stickman Odyssey by Christopher FordIn this humorous take on the Odyssey, Zozimos, banished from his country by his evil stepmother, has many adventures as he prepares to return home to reclaim the throne that is rightfully his.
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Zeus: King of the gods by George O'ConnorThe first title in a new graphic novel series introduces the Greek ruler of the Olympian pantheon, recounting his story from boyhood to his adventure-filled ascendance to supreme power.
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Thor & Loki in the Land of Giants : a Norse myth by Jeff LimkeIn graphic novel format, tells how the Norse god of thunder, Thor, and his brother Loki travel to the land of giants to find out if brains always beat brawn, or if it is the other way around.
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Cinnamon by Neil GaimanA beautiful pearl-eyed princess in mythic India whose parents offer a rich reward to anyone who can help her speak is lovingly assisted by an exotic tiger who arrives at the palace, armed with knowledge of the world and a heart full of friendship.
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Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx by Joe Todd-StantonDetermined to bring out Marcy's adventurous side, Arthur sets off to Egypt to bring back the legendary Book of Thoth. When Arthur doesn't return, Marcy must follow in his footsteps. Can she overcome her fears and rescue her father from the clutches of the great Sphinx?
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There's a Monster in the Alphabet by James RumfordAn alphabet book relates the legend of Cadmus, the Phoenician hero who, according to the Ancient Greek historian Herodotus, brought the alphabet to Greece and slew a dragon there.
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