Theme: God

Hercules: The Man, the Myth, the Hero

By Book Importer | Published: November 7, 2011

Based on the Greek myth, here the legendary Greek hero Hercules recounts his daring adventures. Award-winning children’s book author Kathryn Lasky takes readers on a tour of Hercules’ incredible life, from his prodigious infancy, through his twelve labors, and ending with his heroic ascent to Mount Olympus.

Descriptors: Europe, Folklore, Greece, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

Ancient Egypt: Tales of Gods and Pharaohs

By Book Importer | Published: September 26, 2011

The stories of the Egyptian pharaohs and their ancient gods are full of mystery and adventure. In this retelling of nine tales of ancient Egypt, Marcia Williams uses her signature comic-strip style to capture the rich mythology and early history of this great civilization. Beginning with powerful Ra rising from the waters of the Nile [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Egypt, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Tales from India: Stories of Creation and the Cosmos

By Book Importer | Published: September 26, 2011

Come on a journey with renowned storyteller Jamila Gavin as she writes of great floods, legendary romances, and epic battles between good and evil. This new collection of Hindu tales, including the birth of the gods, tales of creation, and the arrival of humans, is illuminated by Amanda Hall’s exquisite artwork, which reflects the influence [...]

Descriptors: Folklore, India, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

Olympians Hera: The Goddess and Her Glory

By Book Importer | Published: August 15, 2011

The story of Hera, Queen of the Gods, and the heroes who won her favor. Volume 3 of Olympians, Hera: The Goddess and Her Glory, introduces readers to the Queen of the Gods and Goddesses in the Pantheon. This volume tells the tales of the many heroes who sought and won Hera’s patronage, most notably [...]

Descriptors: Europe, Graphic Novel, Greece, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

The Adventures of Thor the Thunder God

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

He is the biggest and mightiest of the gods. If he tightens his belt, he doubles his strength. If he swings his hammer, lightning flashes. When he races his billy goats across the sky, their hooves kick up huge thunderclouds. And when the folks below in Middle Earth hear a boom of thunder, they always [...]

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Norway, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

Pegasus, the Flying Horse

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

It is ancient Corinth. Young Ios and his father are off to buy the boy his first horse. Along the way they meet a beggar who tells them the story of a magical flying horse.
That horse, winged Pegasus, belonged to the goddess Athena. No mortal man had ever ridden him. But one man–the beggar said-desired [...]

Descriptors: Europe, Greece, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Let The Whole Earth Sing Praise

By Book Importer | Published: May 3, 2011

This joyous book sings thanks and praise for everything in land, sea, and skyÑfrom the sun and moon to plants and animals to all people, young and old. Beloved author-illustrator Tomie dePaola captures the beauty of God’s creation in his folk artÐstyle illustrations. With text inspired by Old Testament Scripture and artwork fashioned after the [...]

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Rhymes/songs » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt

By Book Importer | Published: April 4, 2011

This book relates the history of the gods and goddesses worshipped by the ancient Egyptians and describes how they were depicted.

Descriptors: Africa, Egypt, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Daughter of Earth: A Roman Myth

By Book Importer | Published: May 28, 2010

Alone in a meadow one day, Proserpina is happily gathering flowers for her mother when she spies a blossom more beautiful than any she has ever seen. Moments later, she is gone–kidnapped by Pluto, lord of the Underworld, who wants to make her his bride.
Sorrowing, Cres wanders her domain, searching for her lost child. At [...]

Descriptors: Folklore, Italy, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

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

Descriptors: Europe, Greece, Myth, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment