Showing titles in Greek & Roman

Little Boy Zombie lives on a big farm just outside of Romero Town with Mama Zombie, Papa Zombie, and Rex the Zombie Dog. One day, while Mama Zombie and Papa Zombie are away, Boy Zombie is left in charge of the farm. But when he gets bored, he decides to play a prank on the citizens of Romero Town. He yells toward town, "Humans here, humans here!" And everyone comes shambling to the farm to help. When they discover they've been tricked, Boy Zombie is warned by his elders: "Don't cry 'humans' when there are no humans!" But will he learn his lesson in time?

Dive into the enchanting world of Atlantis through the eyes of Arlen, a young inventor whose wild, curly hair is as untamed as his ideas. In a city encircled by crystal walls and shimmering waters, Arlen's inventions bring hope and innovation. From the Aqua Harvester, designed to gather water without harming sea creatures, to the Coral Grower that revives coral reefs, Arlen's creations inspire and unite the people of Atlantis. As he navigates through the challenges posed by the rulers and natural disasters, Arlen's unwavering resolve and compassion lead him to save many lives. His journey ...

Padraig Colum was an Irish dramatist, poet, novelist, essayist, biographer, children's writer, and editor. He was a leading figure of the Irish Literary Revival. Colum wrote The Children's Homer in 1918 as a retelling for younger readers of Homer's epic poems, The Iliad and The Odyssey. It recounts the adventures of Achilles and his allies as he waged war against the Trojans and the experiences of Odysseus on his voyage back from the Trojan War.

Welcome to a world where magic dances with reality and where folktales whisper the wisdom of ages past. In this enchanting collection of short stories for kids, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary journey filled with wonder, laughter, and timeless lessons.

Percy Jackson staat op het punt om van school getrapt te worden. Alweer... Een dat is nog maar zijn kleinste zorg, want hij ontdekt dat hij de nakomeling is van een Griekse god.

A través de estos diez mitos griegos revivirás un mundo de historias ancestrales que se pueblan de dioses, de brujas y de héroes. En todas las culturas los héroes tienen rasgos sobrenaturales y se los idealiza como capaces de cumplir las hazañas más espectaculares y sobrehumanas.

Endora Lee Andrews died when she was born. By assigning her soul to Hades, the god of Tartarus, Endora was able to return to earth for a second life as a Pawn of the gods. But when she met a guy who made the same deal, Endora and Kaydon decided to fight against the Fates together to own their destinies. Now they must unravel the web of secrets and decipher a riddle from another realm.

When barbarians invade Rome, Miranda the cat and her daughter Punka must find a safe place to hide from the chaos. They make their way through the burning city, collecting motherless kittens as they go. At last they reach the Colosseum, but even there, danger lurks! How these fortunate felines survive to become the noble ancestors of the cats of modern Rome is all due to the cleverness of the cat they come to call Miranda the Great, Queen of the Colosseum!

Back in the Mix: Lucy Cole: Sleepwalker Extraordinaire Meet Lucy Cole, the original animal whisperer and the guardian of Iphigenesis. She's been training hard with the legendary Titans, (yes, those Titans!) and learning the ropes of her new gig. But her life is not all sunshine, rainbows, and dodging Titan traps down in Tartarus. While her dream of being adopted by Elodie is on the horizon, there's a teeny, tiny glitch: Lucy keeps sleepwalking into a mysterious world with no GPS signal or gate key. It's filled with weird ruins and creatures that wouldn't even or the poster children for a ...

Bellerophon and the winged horse Pegasus launch into the blue sky in search of the dreaded three-headed Chimera, but will success go to the hero's head? Orpheus, devastated by the death of his wife, Eurydice, dares the dangers of the kingdom of the dead in an attempt to bring her back to life. Echo loves Narcissus but he only loves himself: a story that can only end in sadness.

Volg Nico en Will naar de Onderwereld. Nico di Angelo, zoon van Hades, heeft het niet gemakkelijk gehad. Maar sinds kort heeft hij een eigen zonnestraal in zijn leven - letterlijk. Samen met zijn vriendje Will Solace, zoon van de zonnegod Apollo, kan hij alles aan. Maar als Nico de titaan Bob uit de Tartarus om hulp hoort roepen, moet hij wel gaan helpen: zijn nachtmerries en een profetie van Rachel Dare maken dat wel duidelijk.

Find out what happens to the handsome Narcissus and the lovely Echo, the woman who fell deeply in love with him.

Enter the enchanting world of Ancient Greece and discover the captivating tales of gods and goddesses, heroes and villains, and mythical creatures that have facinated people for centuries. This is a collection of some of the most enduring Greek myths, all written in the a fun style suitable for ages 7 - 12. Meet the Olympians How the first humans were created and given fire Pandora Theseus and the Minotaur Perseus and Medusa Heracles and many more! With stunning illustrations and engaging storytelling, this book is the perfecting introdcution to the facinating world of Greek mythology, ...

So macht die Antike Spaß: Dimiter Inkiow erzählt mit viel Witz und in verständlicher Sprache die schönsten griechischen Sagen neu - abenteuerlich, spannend und lustig! Inhalt: Die Welt der alten griechischen Götter; Zeus und der Rat der Götter; Der Kampf der Giganten; Die Geburt der Göttin Pallas Athene; Die Rache des Hephaistos; der Gott des Feuers und der Schmiedekünste; Hermes, der Gott der Diebe; Die Styx und die Ferse des Achill; Der Zankapfel; Das Trojanische Pferd; Der Kyklop Polyphem.

Ten-year-old Kai is thrilled to be recruited for Poseidon’s Protectors. But when a sea monster threatens his island, Kai doubts he's the right person for the job. Delphi yearns to find where she belongs. But when you're terrified of water, and your only friend is a sea lion, fitting in is not so easy. Join Kai and Delphi as they work together to save Pineapple Cove! The Legend of Pineapple Cove: Complete Series Collection includes: Poseidon's Storm Blaster, A Mermaid's Promise, King of the Sea, and Protector's Pledge.

After finally winning the decade-long war against the Trojans, Odysseus, captain of the Greek army, only has to guide his men back home across the sea. Yet the journey will prove just as perilous as the battles they have just won, as they encounter the monstrous, man-eating cyclops, the irresistible song of the siren, and the wrath of an angry Poseidon, god of the sea. Are he and his men destined to die at sea? Or can Odysseus's cunning, strength, and courage bring them safely home?

Meet Lucy Cole, Mythical Mishap Magnet Mythical creatures? They're not just in fairy tales, folks! They're hanging out in Iphigenesis, and guess who's their brand-new guardian? Lucy Cole, who just found out about her new, unwanted destiny! But wait, there's more chaos coming her way! Her almost-adopted mom, Elodie, gets herself kidnapped, and the only way to save her is to find the Key of Apollo, a relic as rare as a unicorn at a coffee shop. No biggie, right? Oh, and she has to ace the Primordial Trials, which are basically like cosmic exams from the gods themselves. Now, armed with zero ...

Does your child dream of becoming a hero? Introduce them to the exciting world of Greek mythology with "Theseus - The Hero's Journey," Volume 1 in the "Greek Mythology for Kids!" series. This action-packed adventure follows young Theseus as he embarks on a perilous quest to uncover his true identity and claim his birthright. AWESOME Graphics! DEFINITIONS for the harder words Your child will be captivated as Theseus: Uncovers a secret hidden beneath a giant rock. Trains his body and mind to overcome incredible challenges. Faces down terrifying creatures, including the ferocious Crommyonian ...

High up in a temple within the clouds of Mount Olympus, a voice bellows, scaring the birds into flight. It is Zeus (ZOOSE), the Greek god of sky, thunder, and lightning. He says, “I challenge the gods to a contest to prove once and for all who is the best conqueror!

Oddonis may be the son of Zeus, but he’s a little bit...odd for a god. He’s so odd, in fact, he’s not sure if he has any powers at all. And if that isn’t enough, his twin brother, Adonis, is the most popular, most athletic, and most otherworldly handsome god of them all. Oddonis’ future at Mount Olympus Middle isn’t looking bright, especially when he makes the last-minute decision to run against Adonis to be class president.