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3) Hercules
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Relates the exploits of Hercules and his importance in Roman mythology, including his connection to such figures as King Augeas and Queen Hippolyte, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
4) Beast keeper
Author
Series
Beasts of Olympus volume 1
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Formats
Description
Eleven-year-old Demon had never met his father, the god Pan, until the day he was whisked away to the stables of Olympus and charged with looking after all of the mythical creatures there, a task which is complicated by the tempestuous gods and goddesses and Heracles, who keeps killing the immortal beasts.
Author
Series
Beasts of Olympus volume 2
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Formats
Description
Having proven himself capable of caring for the mythical creatures that dwell on Olympus, eleven-year-old Demon is summoned by the great god Hades to the Underworld to tend to Cerberus, the three-headed dog Guardian of the Underworld, which has been beaten by Demon's nemesis, Heracles.
6) Poseidon
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the character of Poseidon and his roles in Greek mythology.
7) Zeus
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Relates the exploits of Zeus and his importance in Greek mythology, including his connection to such figures as Pandora and Hercules, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
Author
Publisher
Henry Holt Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In a mix of Eastern and Western mythologies, a mother tells her child about two forests inhabited by different, but equally enchanting dragons that coexist within the child's heart.
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh reimagines one of Mexico's cherished legends. Princess Izta had many wealthy suitors but dismissed them all. When a mere warrior, Popoca, promised to be true to her and stay always by her side, Izta fell in love. The emperor promised Popoca if he could defeat their enemy Jaguar Claw, then Popoca and Izta could wed. When Popoca was near to defeating Jaguar Claw, his opponent sent a messenger to Izta saying Popoca...
Author
Series
Heroes in training volume 3
Publisher
Aladdin
Pub. Date
2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"The Underworld usually isn't really meant to be a fun place - but tell that to Hades! He loves the dark and the stinky smell of sulfur. However, there is one thing that Hades is not a fan of: dogs. And when Zeus and his fellow Olympians encounter Cerberus - a snarling, three-headed dog - Hades must conquer his fears and tame the hound so everyone can continue into the Underworld and deposit their Titan prisoner, Oceanus, back where he belongs!"--Information...
Author
Series
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In this companion to Glass Slipper, Gold Sandal, Paul Fleischman and Julie Paschkis turn to the universal story of creation"--
The author draws from a variety of folk traditions to put together the story of creation, including elements from many cultures.
Author
Series
Heroes in training volume 10
Publisher
Aladdin Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Fresh off their adventure with Crius's Cronies, the Olympians set out for the island of Lemnos, and there's a reason they receive warnings as they travel: Warriors holding intricate weapons greet them as soon as they come ashore! Then they meet Hephaestus, the leader of the island who they quickly realize is actually one of them--the Olympian they were meant to find. But Hephaestus isn't so sure he wants to leave with the Olympians. After all, life...
Author
Series
Heroes in training volume 2
Pub. Date
2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"The merciless Cronus and his Titan buddies are in hot pursuit of Zeus, Hera, and Poseidon, who plan to travel across the treacherous boiling sea in order to save a fellow Olympian. They have a boat, but they also have a problem: Poseidon can't swim and is terrified of the water (well, really of the creatures that lurk in its depths). The group faces danger after danger as they battle singing sirens, a fishy and ferocious Titan named Oceanus, and...
Author
Series
Heroes in training volume 9
Publisher
Aladdin
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Zeus and the rest of the Olympians try to rescue Artemis from the clutches of a titan named Crius who has her under a sleeping spell.
Author
Series
Beasts of Olympus volume 3
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Demon, the official Olympian beast keeper, is caught between Helios and Poseidon, who are planning a race to see which of their steeds is the fastest, but both vengeful gods have requested Demon's help, and he can choose only one"--
Author
Series
Heroes in training volume 6
Publisher
Aladdin
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"When a flock of angry birds threaten Zeus and his fellow Olympians, they need the help of a new friend--assuming the stranger is actually a friend! After a horrible drought, Zeus and his fellow Olympians are determined to help restore the land as they try to figure out their current mission, to find a special shield called an aegis. Thanks to some grateful villagers, who benefit from the rain and crops that the young Olympians magically create, they...
Author
Series
Heroes in training volume 7
Publisher
Aladdin
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
The Olympians search for the spear of fear, a weapon that belongs to Ares but is currently held by the Amazonians.