Read and Understand, Myths and Legends, Grades 4-6+ contains 19 two- and three-page stories that vary in reading difficulty from fourth to ending sixth grades to meet the wide range of needs found in classrooms. The book is divided into three sections by origin of the stories: Greek and Roman Myths--Jason and the Golden Fleece, Pandora, The Adventures of Perseus, and more Norse Myths--Thor and the Giants, Thor's Hammer, Balder the Good Myths and Legends from Around the World--African, Chinese, Mayan, Inuit, Native American, Middle Eastern, and Hawaiian Practice activities for every story include: a comprehension page a vocabulary page There are two pages of practice for skills such as: structural analysis character analysis figures of speech understanding plot development, setting, and mood This resource contains teacher support pages, reproducible student pages, and an answer key.

Understanding Myths and Legends contains 27 stories from different countries around the World, ranging from Perseus and Medusa from Ancient Greece to an Indian legend on how the Peacock got his glorious feathers. These exciting stories are full of fearsome monsters, brave heroes and magical happenings, and will appeal to both girls and boys. Understanding Myths and Legends is a flexible resource that can be used to support topic work in history and RE or used as part of a unit of work in literacy. The stories and activities are ideal for use in guided reading sessions. To enable teachers to make the most of each story, they are accompanied by: background information to enable teachers to place the story confidently in context; differentiated reading tasks, using a variety of question styles, to help improve children's reading and comprehension skills; speaking and listening activities to deepen children's insight into the stories and encourage engagement; cross-curricular follow-up ideas, enabling you to extend the story further. Myths and legends are not only excellent stories. They also help children to gain a true understanding of life in ancient times and improve their understanding of other people, cultures and places, making them an essential part of the primary curriculum.

A fresh look at the best-loved and most exciting stories that make up the rich body of Viking, Greek and Oriental mythology. Part One introduces the heroes and heroines of the Viking world, Part Two covers the legends of ancient Greece and Part Three deals with the mythology of China, India, and Japan. Full-color and b/w photos and illustrations. A compelling and magical read!

This beautifully presented book offers a stimulating approach to the timeless, universal stories that are central to every culture. More than 50 compelling myths and legends from around the world are explained through stunning works of art and ancient artefacts, each supported by informative text and comprehensive annotation. Presented country by country, the book offers a fascinating guide to the amazing characters of world mythology and to the cultures that created them. The fantastic world of fables and sagas this book discusses will delight enthusiasts and general readers alike.

Identifies key gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines, themes, and symbols from the mythologies of the world.

All societies have their own myths and legends, but they're much more than just stories. Myths and legends tell us about a people’s history, science, and cultural values—the things they knew, the things they believed, and the things they felt were important. World Myths and Legends retells tales from the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. From the Greek myths to ancient epics like Gilgamesh and the trickster tales of Anansi the Spider, it helps readers think about why the same themes, characters, and events may show up in different parts of the globe. Along the way kids will also find lots of fun and interesting projects that let them experience the stories first-hand. World Myths and Legends unveils wonders of the ancient world as it takes readers on a fascinating adventure of mystery and imagination.

Presents an introduction to Greek mythology, discussing the history of ancient Greece, its gods and goddesses, the myths associated with the natural world, and the legacy of Greek culture on the modern world.