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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Theseus is bold. He's brave. And he's about to go head-to-head with a mythological monster. Yikes! But Theseus has no fear. He heads into the labyrinth to face the minotaur-a monster that's half-man, half-bull-with only a magical ball of string to guide him. Find out if Theseus makes it out of the maze alive in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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A prophecy states that the king of Argos will be defeated by his infant grandson Perseus, so the king throws Perseus, and his mother, into the sea. They are rescued by a fisherman, and young Perseus grows up, unaware of his royal birth. Before he can claim his heritage, the hero is ordered to slay a hideous monster named Medusa, whose gaze turns men into solid stone. How can the youth fight an enemy he cannot even look at? He will need the wisdom...
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[2024]
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Hades, king of the Underworld, has his eyes on a potential bride, Persephone. When he forces her to live with him, Persephone's mother, the goddess of nature, is not happy. Soon, Earth falls into ruin. In order to set things right, the Greek gods and goddesses must make a compromise. Learn Persephone's story in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.
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2023.
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"Hercules is the ultimate Greek hero-just ask him. But to redeem himself, he must complete a series of dangerous missions given to him by his scheming cousin. It's up to Hercules to prove his strength and wit. Find out if he succeeds in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth"--
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2024.
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No one holds a grudge like Zeus, king of the gods. So when Prometheus steals fire to give to humans, Zeus is determined to get revenge. He sends Pandora-the first mortal woman-to Earth with a box labeled DO NOT OPEN . Can Pandora keep her curiosity under control? Learn the story behind this classic Greek myth in a modern, graphic retelling.
7) Roman myths
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2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Retells the ancient Roman myths of the wanderings of Aeneas, Romulus and Remus, and Horatius and the bridge with information on other Roman characters, told in graphic novel format.
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[2023]
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Take a trip to the other side with these standout stories of world mythology In Marwe's East African village, food is scarce. When she ruins the village's crops, she can't face her angry family. Instead, she runs off―into the Land of the Dead. Marwe knows her home is elsewhere. But will she find the courage that will return her to the land of the living? The Mayan gods have blessed Hunahpu and Xbalanque with special gifts. One of them, the twins'...
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[2023]
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Discover the heroes of legend in these epic Greek myths The son of Zeus―king of the gods―and a mortal mother, Hercules has power beyond other humans. He also faces the scorn of Zeus's wife Hera. Using her magic, she tricks Hercules into performing a series of twelve impossible labors, each one a test of his strength, courage, and cunning. Will he complete the labors, or will Hera's wrath destroy him? Perseus, another son of Zeus, faces an equally...
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[2023]
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Prepare for stories of elemental power from world mythology After Amaterasu’s parents create the islands of Japan, they put their children in charge of the natural world. Amaterasu becomes the goddess of the sun. Her brother grows jealous of her position. Fearing his temper, Amaterasu hides away, plunging the world into darkness. Can the other gods lure her out and restore light to the world? Yu the Great has descended from the gods and been born...
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[2023]
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"Set sail for adventure with these stormy Greek legends Jason's uncle Pelias has seized the throne of Argos. Before Jason can take his rightful place there, he must retrieve a magical the Golden Fleece. To capture this treasure, he gathers a ship full of Greek war heroes. But as they set off for the fleece, many dangers lie ahead. Odysseus, captain of the Greek army, has won a decade-long war. Now he faces his greatest leading his men home. His journey...
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2023.
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"Discover tales of heroes who defied incredible odds In a beloved story from Arabian Nights , the humble Ali Baba discovers a secret cave full of priceless treasure. The problem? Forty bandits have hidden it there. When Ali Baba takes some riches for his family, the secret soon gets out. And Ali Baba will have to outfight or outwit a legion of thieves. Sunjata, warrior king of Mali, leader of West African legend, begins life unable to pull a bow―unable...
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[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Son of a muse, the young musician Orpheus has everything: talent, beauty, courage, love. Then, in a moment, everything is lost. His bride Eurydice is killed in a terrible accident on their wedding night. Armed only with his lyre, Orpheus enters the desolate Underworld, where no mortal has ever gone before. He's determined to achieve the impossible--bring his wife back to life, restore their happiness, and ensure he's never in danger of losing her...
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2024
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"The Greek goddesses can be competitive-especially when it comes to being "the fairest." When Aphrodite, the goddess of love, wins the title, it kicks off a ten-year battle between the Greeks and the Trojans. Find out who comes out on top-and how the Trojan horse came to be-in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth"--