Clare Hibbert

Roman gods and goddesses were certainly busy immortal beings Whether they were falling in love, battling each other, or grappling for power, they were constantly making trouble with humans. These engaging tales include the exploits of Pluto, Cupid, Apollo, Venus, and legendary heroes, such as Aeneas. Readers will be interested to learn how these myths are remembered even in modern times, such as Cupid's role in Valentine's Day. Beautiful, colorful illustrations further spark imaginations in this appealing look at one aspect of ancient Roman culture.

The myths of ancient Egypt are peppered with tales of creation, love, family, trickery, and revenge. Readers will love learning about the famous Egyptian gods and goddesses, including Ra, Osiris, Horus, Isis, and Set. Colorful drawings accompany the engaging text, and fact boxes and sidebars highlight even more interesting information. This book, more than just fictional tales, is a glimpse into an essential part of the Egyptian culture.

Roman gods and goddesses were certainly busy immortal beings Whether they were falling in love, battling each other, or grappling for power, they were constantly making trouble with humans. These engaging tales include the exploits of Pluto, Cupid, Apollo, Venus, and legendary heroes, such as Aeneas. Readers will be interested to learn how these myths are remembered even in modern times, such as Cupid's role in Valentine's Day. Beautiful, colorful illustrations further spark imaginations in this appealing look at one aspect of ancient Roman culture.

Many medieval tales are chock full of dragons, knights, and magic. These exciting elements are why they have endured over hundreds of years. This book showcases some of the most thrilling stories of King Arthur and his knights as well as the famous heroes Beowulf and Robin Hood. Engaging text, comic illustrations, and fun fact boxes add interest to these fascinating legends.

Though Africa is a huge continent filled with different cultures, African folktales share some characteristics. One is a love of nature, specifically animals. The other is a respect for cleverness. These two characteristics meet in the tales of Anansi the Spiderman and the Jackal. Both are tricksters who often get the best of their fellow beasts. Readers will love becoming acquainted with these two characters' exploits as well as other famous, engaging, and often funny African tales. Fact boxes and illustrations enhance each story.

"Let's Eat Lunch" encourages children to think about when they eat lunch and what kinds of food they might eat. They will encounter a range of healthy lunches from around the world, and see how what they eat may change with the seasons. Finally they can follow the simple recipe to make their own Greek salad.

"Desert Workout" provides a first introduction to desert animals, plants, people, and climate. The desert landscape ties into a selection of exciting exercises: children are encouraged to slither like a snake, tunnel like a gerbil, flit like a desert bat, and act out taking a camel ride

"Polar Workout" provides a first introduction to the climate, animals, people, and vehicles at the poles. The polar landscape ties into a selection of exciting exercises: children are encouraged to waddle like a penguin, tumble like a polar bear cub, slide like a seal, and act out building an igloo.

"Let's Eat Dinner" encourages children to think about when they eat dinner and what kinds of food they might eat. They will encounter a range of healthy dinners from around the world, and see where some foods come from. Finally they can follow the simple recipe to make their own raita.

"Underwater Workout" provides a first introduction to ocean animals, plants, and explorers. The underwater landscape ties into a selection of exciting exercises: children are encouraged to sway like seaweed, move like a school of fish, and practice swimming moves and star fish jumps.

"Rainforest Workout" provides a first introduction to rainforest animals, plants, people, and climate. The rainforest landscape ties into a selection of exciting exercises: children are encouraged to balance like a monkey, prowl like a tiger, march like an elephant, and grow like a tree.

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