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Book Review My Encyclopedia of Very Important Myths and Legends For Little Learners Who Love Fantastic Stories (My Ver...

by DK

Book Details

Publisher:Penguin
Published:2024-08-20
Pages:226
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0744098440

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

This exciting introduction to myths and legends is brimming with magical stories from the very furthest corners of the world. From the long lost city of Atlantis to the mischievous eight-legged god Anansi, get ready for a world of adventure and magic. Read about vicious beasts, such as the basilisk from Europe and Lumaluma from Australia, and heroes such as Japanese Susano-o, Scandinavian Thor, and Greek Odysseus who battle them. Plunge into dark waters to find the long lost city of Atlantis, th

Our Review

This vibrant collection introduces young readers to global mythology through captivating tales of heroes, gods, and magical creatures from diverse cultures. Children will encounter Japanese hero Susano-o, the mischievous West African god Anansi, and brave figures like Thor and Odysseus, all while exploring legendary places and confronting mythical beasts. The book's global scope provides a wonderful first look at world folklore, moving beyond familiar European stories to include Australian legends like Lumaluma and the long-lost city of Atlantis. These magical stories create an accessible gateway to cultural traditions from every corner of the world.

What makes this mythology collection particularly valuable is how it balances thrilling adventure with educational content, presenting complex cultural stories in age-appropriate language that 3-7 year olds can understand. The visual richness and clear storytelling will engage both reluctant readers and mythology enthusiasts, while the diverse representation helps build early cultural awareness. Parents seeking to expand their child's horizons beyond familiar fairy tales will find this an enriching resource that sparks curiosity about different traditions. These legendary tales of heroes and magical adventures will leave children eager to discover more stories from around the globe.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction