Large, vibrant paintings and shimmering foil stars make a brilliant connection between age-old stargazing tales and the constellations. Full-color illustrations with silver foil highlights.
In this highly illustrated picture book 14 well-known myths and legends from around the world have been charmingly retold for children of five years and up. Mary Hoffman's vivid retellings open up an amazing world of gods and monsters kingdoms above the earth and below the sea magical animals and enchanted people. And each story is brought to life with delightful picture sequences that allow young children to follow the story as it is read aloud.The selection of myths concentrates on themes...
Folklore and Legends of the Universe (Isaac Asimov's New Library of the Universe)
by Isaac Asimov, Francis Reddy, and Greg Walz-Chojnacki
Presents beliefs of ancient peoples about the universe.
The newest book in the best-selling, award-winning A Child's Introduction series explores the popular and captivating world of Norse mythology. Organized into two parts, part one introduces characters like Odin, the leader of the Norse gods; Thor and his mighty hammer Mjollner; Frigg, weaver of the destinies of humans and gods; frost and fire giants; cunning dwarves like Brokk and Eitri; and many more. Part two tells the stories of the suspenseful myths themselves including The Creation of the C...
Mystery of Vampires and Werewolves (Can Science Solve?) (Can Science Solve? (2nd Edition))
by Chris Oxlade
This updated edition allows readers to explore science through the investigation of famous mysteries. Using scientific techniques and case studies to provide a variety of possible explanations, readers are encouraged to examine the evidence, consider the motives, and make their own decisions. Books include eyewitness accounts and photos combined with scientific technique and theory.
Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone! (Set) (Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone!)
Myths from Many Lands (Myths from Many Lands)
Stories of Women Heroines (Stone Circle Stories: Culture and Folktales)
by Virginia Loh-Hagan
Ferocious Giants (Monsters & Myths (Library)) (Monsters & Myths (Paperback))
by Gerrie McCall
Folk Music (North American Folklore (Hardcover))
by Peter Sieling
Contemporary Folklore (North American Folklore (Hardcover))
by Shirley Brinkerhoff