My Encyclopedia of Very Important Myths and Legends

For Little Learners Who Love Fantastic Stories

Author DK
Hardcover
$24.99 US
8.75"W x 10.31"H x 1.06"D  
On sale Aug 20, 2024 | 224 Pages | 9780744098440
Grades 6-8
This exciting introduction to myths and legends is brimming with facts about magical stories from the very furthest corners of the world.

Explore retellings of favorite myths as well as lesser-known ones in this book of fantastic stories from every corner of the globe. Children aged 5-9 can dive into a world of heroes, villains, quests, and magic in this encyclopedia filled with magical stories of myths and legends.

This children’s encyclopedia about myths and legends offers:

- An encyclopedia of fantastical stories combining fun, friendly, and accessible text with bright illustrations and photography.
- An exciting new title in the award-winning My Encyclopedia of Very Important... series.
- Chapters on: Sea Creatures, Mythical Creatures, Winged Creatures, Magic and Mischief, Heroes and Battles, and Legendary Stories.

Learn about stories that have shaped civilizations from a huge range of different cultures with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Myths and Legends. This book provides valuable insight for children into other cultures, encouraging them to think about their place in the world, different values, and the similarities and differences between other cultures and their own.

More in the Series

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Myths and Legends is part of the educational My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, teach them about different species with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals, or let them walk with the dinosaurs who once ruled the earth in My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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This exciting introduction to myths and legends is brimming with facts about magical stories from the very furthest corners of the world.

Explore retellings of favorite myths as well as lesser-known ones in this book of fantastic stories from every corner of the globe. Children aged 5-9 can dive into a world of heroes, villains, quests, and magic in this encyclopedia filled with magical stories of myths and legends.

This children’s encyclopedia about myths and legends offers:

- An encyclopedia of fantastical stories combining fun, friendly, and accessible text with bright illustrations and photography.
- An exciting new title in the award-winning My Encyclopedia of Very Important... series.
- Chapters on: Sea Creatures, Mythical Creatures, Winged Creatures, Magic and Mischief, Heroes and Battles, and Legendary Stories.

Learn about stories that have shaped civilizations from a huge range of different cultures with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Myths and Legends. This book provides valuable insight for children into other cultures, encouraging them to think about their place in the world, different values, and the similarities and differences between other cultures and their own.

More in the Series

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Myths and Legends is part of the educational My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, teach them about different species with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals, or let them walk with the dinosaurs who once ruled the earth in My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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