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Folklore

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Turkey and the Beast

A man finds a mysterious castle where a prince has been cursed to look like a beast. When the man's turkey must stay behind, she quickly becomes the key to breaking the spell! A whimsical… More →

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Understanding Chinese Myths

In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Chinese myths and legends. Several ancient Chinese myths are retold, describing… More →

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Understanding Egyptian Myths

In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Egyptian myths and legends. Several ancient Egyptians myths are retold,… More →

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History

Understanding Greek Myths

In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Greek myths and legends. Several ancient Greek myths are retold, describing how… More →

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Understanding Indian Myths

This interesting title examines the mythology and folklore of India, and discusses its importance in Hinduism. The greatest myths of India, drawn from the sacred texts and traditions of… More →

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Understanding Mesoamerican Myths

This interesting books describes the mythology of Mesoamerica, which encompasses the general region of Central America. A mixture of myths from many cultures, including the Aztecs and the… More →

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Language Arts

Understanding Native American Myths

Explore the rich worldview of Native North American tribes through their myths and legends. Tales originating from various tribes functioned in a number of important ways: they explained the… More →

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History

Understanding Norse Myths

In this captivating book, readers are introduced to the mythology that reflects the religious beliefs and social practices of the Scandinavian people and the fearsome Vikings. Readers learn… More →

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Understanding Roman Myths

In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Roman myths and legends. Several ancient Roman myths are retold, describing how… More →

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Biographies

We Read About Paul Bunyan

I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a young reader and an adult. Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't… More →

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