Folklore And Mythology category: 474 books

Do you know who started the first volunteer fire company in the United States? Do you know who the first woman firefighter was? Or did you know that firefighters trace their heritage back to the knights of the Crusades? Sirens and Smoke is full of stories of bravery and tradition. You'll read about:...

A Jar of Honey from Mount Hybla Italian! Why, Italy will be talked about this Christmas at half the tables in England, with the Pope and Mr. Cobden at its head; and we think we see our little Blue Jar the more valued accordingly. Mr. Cobden has returned from Italy, brimful, as such a...

While the ancient Roman pantheon in many ways resembles that of ancient Greece, there is much that sets apart Roman mythology. Romans also borrowed from the religions of ancient Egypt, Asia Minor, and the Middle East, and legendary figures such as Romulus and Remus, tied closely to the history of...

Did you know that today's jolly Santa Claus was originally a Catholic bishop? Or that Santa Claus is connected to Saturn, an ancient Roman god? Or that in some places, Santa rides a camel? Christmas is a holiday of light and giving, and Santa Claus has become a traditional symbol for the season's...

Dragons are known antagonists in many fairytales. They need to be defeated by knights in order rescue princesses. But there are so much more to learn about these enchanting creatures. That is why this educational book is filled with random information that all children must know about dragons. It’s a great book to have and is a definite source of edu-tainment for your child too!

Long ago, vampires were sometimes used to explain what science could not. Since then, the power of the vampire myth has reached a thrilling realism through the magic of film, television, literature, and popular culture. This book explores the evolution of the vampire, from incubi to Edward Cullen....

Discover the stories of American Indians and their significance in preserving customs, traditions, and wisdom through storytelling. This title supports multiple reading standards: reading closely for explicit meaning and inferences, while citing specific textual evidence to support conclusions drawn from the text.

Famous for his superhuman strength, Hercules is the most popular hero in Greek mythology. The son of Zeus—king of the gods—and a mortal mother, Hercules faces the wrath of Zeus's wife Hera, who resents her illegitimate stepson and vows to bring him misery. With her magical powers, she tricks Hercules...

Giving Western literature and art many of its most enduring themes and archetypes, Greek mythology and the gods and goddesses at its core are a fundamental part of the popular imagination. At the heart of Greek mythology are exciting stories of drama, action, and adventure featuring gods and goddesses,...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Famous for his superhuman strength, Hercules is the most popular hero in Greek mythology. The son of Zeus—king of the gods—and a mortal mother, Hercules faces the wrath of Zeus's wife...

Découvrez le monde autrement avec les enfants! Vos enfants s’ennuient devant la télé ou la console? Et si vous leur proposiez une autre façon d’aller à la découverte des pays et des peuples de notre planète? Ce petit Kids Experience « Découvrez le monde autrement » va vous aider! Parcourez...

Rediscover the story of the Trojan Horse in this beautifully illustrated Level 2 Ready-to-Read retelling of the myth, from Goddess Girls author Joan Holub! During the Trojan War, the Trojans receive the gift of a huge wooden horse from the Greeks. Thinking the gift means that they have won...

Que de créatures extraordinaires dans le folklore du monde entier ! Dracula le vampire, Finn le géant, Jehan le loup-garou… Ils ont subi de terribles malédictions, affronté des monstres encore plus effroyables qu’eux, échappé à l’emprise de leur maître… et terrorisé la population.12...

Learn the story of Pandora’s Box in this beautifully illustrated Level 2 Ready-to-Read retelling of the myth, from Goddess Girlsauthor Joan Holub! When Pandora receives a shiny, gold box that says “Do Not Open!” she is so curious that she ignores the warning and opens it! Hundreds of...