Grades
3 - 9
Best Books to Teach About Greek Mythology
Bring the classics of Greek mythology to life for students with these timeless, enthralling stories.
Introduce students to the classic, compelling adventures of ancient Greece in this accessible collection of Greek mythology books. These rich, powerful stories stand the test of time and challenge readers to engage their close reading and critical thinking skills. Readers will be engrossed by the legends of the many mythical gods found throughout these stories like Zeus, Perseus, Daedalus, and many more. Use these titles to support mythology units and to enhance lessons on ancient cultures.
This book retells twelve tales from Greek mythology, including the stories of King Midas, Echo and Narcissus, the Golden Apples, and Cupid and Psyche.
A collection featuring the legends of ancient Greece: heroes who defy the gods, warriors who battle odd and powerful creatures, sorceresses who can turn a man into stone with just a glance.
An excellent introduction to Greek mythology, this book includes a glossary, afterword, and bibliography.
Padraic Colum tells the story of Jason, the Argonauts, and their quest for the Golden Fleece in this stirring introduction to classic Greek myths for young readers.
As commander of the Greek forces, Ulysses conquers Troy. And then he and his men embark upon a glorious journey home, unaware that they have angered the gods. Their journey will last for ten long years, and will be riddled with more perils than the imagination can conceive.
Condemned by a jealous king, Bellerophon must win the trust of the legendary winged horse Pegasus or face certain death.
Whose face launched a thousand ships? Who dropped an apple to win a race? The Oracle knows and so will young readers after they encounter the strange creatures, exotic gods, and exciting stories in Z is for Zeus: A Greek Mythology Alphabet.
