The Mighty Twelve: Superheroes of Greek Myth

By Charles R. Smith Jr.

Book Overview

In this richly illustrated picture book for middle-graders, the Greek gods and goddesses are served up to kids a la comic book superheroes. In a perfect fit of topic and art style, and a seamless blend of ancient and contemporary sensibilities, the key characteristics of each of twelve major gods/goddesses of Greek myth are delivered via Charles Smith's accessible, stylish poems, while P. Craig Russell's vividly-coloured comic-art-inspired graphic portraits draw the reader in.This innovative introduction to the classics boldly sets itself apart from the typically bland stand-bys. Teachers and parents often clamour for anything that makes such topics - as well as poetry itself - more accessible to students, and THE MIGHTY TWELVE is just what they're looking for!

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 031601043X
• ISBN13: 9780316010436
• Release Date: April 2008
• Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.8" x 11.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

Greek Myths Revitalized

This book was the hottest book in my classroom! It is totally accessible to the pre-teen early teen set! When I took them to The Getty Villa, my students could identify the gods and goddesses without reading the labels. A true delight!