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Greece! Rome! Monsters!

Greece! Rome! Monsters!


by John Harris | Calef Brown

  • LITERATURE
  • 2002
  • HARD COVER
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A children's primer on Greek and Roman myths as seen through 20 notable monsters. Illustrator Calef Brown provides quirky, colorful illustrations while John Harris describes each monster, from the terrifying to the fanciful. (GRE171, $17.95)

Greece, A True Book

Greece, A True Book


by David Petersen | Christine Petersen

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A welcome introduction to Greece for younger readers ages 6-8, including much information about modern Greece as well as an introduction to classic tales and personalities from the ancient world. (GRE155, $6.95)

Kids in Ancient Greece


by Lisa A. Wroble

  • HISTORY
  • 1998
  • HARD COVER
  • 24 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

An illustrated look at life in ancient Greece in the Kids Throughout History series for agers 4-8. (GRE263, $21.25)

The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus

The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus


by Aliki

  • LITERATURE
  • 1997
  • PAPER
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Illustrated tales of the gods for younger readers (ages 6-9) by the popular artist and childrens' book author. (GRE228, $6.99)

You are in Ancient Greece


by Ivan Minnis

  • HISTORY
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

An introduction to Ancient Greece, with information on the peope, cities, food, art, science and religion. (GRE265, $7.99)

Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece


by Andrew Langley

  • HISTORY
  • 2005
  • PAPER
  • 48 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A book in the series History of Art for ages 9-12. Langley covers 2,000 years of Ancient Greek art and architecture in full-color photographs and accompanying informative text. (GRE266, $8.99)

Ancient Greece, Cultural Atlas for Young People

Ancient Greece, Cultural Atlas for Young People


by Anton Powell

  • ARCHAEOLOGY
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 96 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

An illustrated guide to Greek history, life and culture from the Bronze Age through Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic kingdoms. (GRE42, $35.00)

Croatia, Cultures of the World

Croatia, Cultures of the World


by Robert Cooper

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2000
  • HARD COVER
  • 128 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A good overview to the culture, geography, history and changing political landscape of Croatia for readers aged 9 to 12. With color photographs, maps and recipes. (BLK74, $42.79)

Croatia, Enchantment of the World

Croatia, Enchantment of the World


by Martin Hintz

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2004
  • HARD COVER
  • 144 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
  • OUT OF PRINT

A comprehensive overview of the geography and people of Croatia for children ages 9-12. This book is a thoroughly illustrated description of the nature, history, people, religion, culture and economy of Croatia. (BLK73, $37.00)

Eyewitness Ancient Greece

Eyewitness Ancient Greece


by Anne Pearson

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 72 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Covering fun and games, politics, power and myth, these illustrated essays explore the history and daily life of ancient Greece. (GRE59, $16.99)

Gods and Heroes, An Illustrated Wallchart

Gods and Heroes, An Illustrated Wallchart


by Robert Brooks

  • REFERENCE
  • 1996
  • POSTER
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Created by a Harvard classicist, this stunning four-foot by three-foot wallchart, handsomely printed in red, black and gold, shows who's who in the world of the ancient Greek, covering everything from creation of the world to the expedition of the Argonauts and the exploits of Hercules in splendid detail. (GRE34, $38.95)

Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece

Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece


by Sean Sheehan

  • ART & ARCHITECTURE
  • 2002
  • HARD COVER
  • 160 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A survey from A to Z of the history, art, myths, culture, and everyday life of ancient Greece for kids ages nine and up. With 250 color and 50 black-and-white illustrations. (GRE164, $19.95)

Parthenon

Parthenon


by Lynn Curlee

  • HISTORY
  • 2011
  • HARD COVER
  • 34 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

This splendid introduction to the Parthenon, its design, construction and history features Lynn Curlee's detailed illustrations, many full-page. Geared to grades 5-8. (GRE264, $19.99)

Spend the Day in Ancient Greece

Spend the Day in Ancient Greece


by Linda Honan

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 1998
  • PAPER
  • 113 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Subtitled "Projects and Activities that Bring the Past to Life," this book zooms in on the life of a family in ancient Greece, presenting their diet, clothing and way of life through 30 hands-on activities. Geared for kids ages 8-12. (GRE60, $14.95)

The Children's Homer, The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy

The Children's Homer, The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy


by Padraic Colum | Willy Pogany

  • LITERATURE
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 256 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Three-time Newbery Award-winning author Padraic Colum retells the great adventure stories for young readers. (GRE46, $9.99)

Your Travel Guide to Ancient Greece

Your Travel Guide to Ancient Greece


by Nancy Day

  • HISTORY
  • 2001
  • HARD COVER
  • 96 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A clever guide book for time-travelers to classical Greece geared for grades 5-7, covering in full color all the usual for travelers: where to stay, eat and shop, what to do, and practical travel details. (GRE268, $26.60)

The Persian Boy

The Persian Boy


by Mary Renault

  • LITERATURE
  • 1988
  • PAPER
  • 419 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

The second of Renault's trilogy on the life and loves of Alexander the Great, this exhaustively researched historical novel focuses on Bagoas, the Persian slave boy who became the servant and lover of the king. (GRE74, $15.95)

Troy

Troy


by Adele Geras

  • LITERATURE
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 352 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

A highly acclaimed young adult novel, essentially a retelling of "The Iliad" from four Trojan teenagers' points of view. Adele Geras won critical kudos for her book's historical accuracy and YA vigor. (GRE156, $7.99)

Classic Myths to Read Aloud

Classic Myths to Read Aloud


by William F. Russell

  • LITERATURE
  • 1989
  • PAPER
  • 264 PAGES
  • FAMILY

Short, suspenseful and recast in vivid, crystal-clear language for kids, these essential Greek and Roman myths can be read in a few minutes each. (GRE19, $13.95)

D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths

D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths


by Ingri D'Aulaire | Edgar D'Aulaire

  • LITERATURE
  • 1992
  • PAPER
  • 192 PAGES
  • FAMILY

This beloved collection of Greek tales includes oversize, vivid illustrations. Intended for children ages 9-12. (GRE75, $19.95)

 

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