Greece! Rome! Monsters!
• 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 fanciful. With a pronunciation guide and a reading quiz. Ages 9-12.
(GRE171, $17.95) |
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Greece, A True Book
• 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 biographies of Plato and Socrates, tales of Theseus and Odysseus and a look at the first Olympics. With large color photographs.
(GRE155, $6.95) |
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Kids in Ancient Greece
• 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) |
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The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus
• 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) |
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You are in Ancient Greece
• 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 for ages 4-8.
(GRE265, $7.99) |
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Ancient Greece
• 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) |
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Ancient Greece, Cultural Atlas for Young People
• 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. With each section arranged as a double-page spread, the book is an excellent travel companion. It includes archaeological sites, monuments, sculpture and art of Athens, Crete, Sparta, Delphi, the Peloponnese and other much-visited places throughout Greece. With maps and color photographs throughout.
(GRE42, $35.00) |
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Croatia, Cultures of the World
• 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. Geared for middle school libraries, it's also a good primer for families traveling to Croatia.
(BLK74, $42.79) |
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Croatia, Enchantment of the World
• Martin Hintz
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •
2004 •
HARD COVER
• 144 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
• COMING IN
A comprehensive overview of the geography and people of Croatia for children ages 9-12. A volume in the Enchantment of the World series, this book is a thoroughly illustrated description of the nature, history, people, religion, culture and economy of Croatia. Geared for middle school libraries, it's also a good primer for families traveling to the region.
(BLK73, $37.00) |
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Eyewitness Ancient Greece
• Anne Pearson
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •
2007 •
HARD COVER
• 72 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
A visually rich survey of ancient Greece, this book in the excellent Eyewitness series explores daily life and history in Hellenistic Greece. It covers fun and games, power, politics and myth. Geared for kids ages 9-12.
(GRE59, $16.99) |
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Gods and Heroes, An Illustrated Wallchart
• Robert Brooks
REFERENCE •
1996 •
POSTER
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
This beautifully illustrated wallchart (48' x 36') is a comprehensive family tree of the Greek gods, goddesses, heroes, and heroines from the time of Creation through the generation of the Trojan War. Twenty-seven color illustrations from classical vase paintings complement the chart's text.
(GRE34, $38.95) |
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Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece
• 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) |
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Parthenon
• Lynn Curlee
HISTORY •
2011 •
HARD COVER
• 34 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
This splendid introduction to the Parthenon, its design, contruction and history features Lynn Curlee's detailed illustrations, many full-page. Geared to grades 5-8. Highly recommended.
(GRE264, $19.99) |
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Spend the Day in Ancient Greece
• 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) |
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The Children's Homer, The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy
• 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. From the face that launched a thousand ships to the battle with the Cyclops, this book is a captivating introduction to the world of Homer for the whole family.
(GRE46, $9.99) |
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Your Travel Guide to Ancient Greece
• 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) |
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The Persian Boy
• 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. Not just a love story, it includes the great battles and personalities of Classical Greece.
(GRE74, $15.95) |
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Troy
• 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) |
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Classic Myths to Read Aloud
• William F. Russell
LITERATURE •
1989 •
PAPER
• 264 PAGES
• FAMILY
This lively compendium of short Greek and Roman myths, designed to be read to children, is presented in crystal-clear language. Each is introduced by highlights, reading time and commentary on Greek words that have found their way into our everyday language. Makes for good reading by adults too.
(GRE19, $13.95) |
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D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
• Ingri D'Aulaire
• Edgar D'Aulaire
LITERATURE •
1992 •
PAPER
• 192 PAGES
• FAMILY
An oversize and vividly illustrated collection of Greek Myths for children. This is the classic that many of us remember from our own childhoods -- still considered by many the best. Intended for children ages 9-12, but you may want to read it yourself or read it to younger children.
(GRE75, $19.95) |
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