Women of Mythology: Goddesses, Warriors, and Hunters

This thrilling set tells the stories and explores the history of some of the most famous women in ancient mythology. Readers will learn of these women's achievements and origin stories, the history surrounding the rise of each particular myth, and what it was like for women in society at the time. Presented are references to comparative myths or fables and pop references to the women today, helping readers learn why they are is still important. Fact boxes and sidebars talk about the...
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This thrilling set tells the stories and explores the history of some of the most famous women in ancient mythology. Readers will learn of these women's achievements and origin stories, the history surrounding the rise of each particular myth, and what it was like for women in society at the time. Presented are references to comparative myths or fables and pop references to the women today, helping readers learn why they are is still important. Fact boxes and sidebars talk about the ancient world in which each myth started, including society's traditions, beliefs, and practices. These books are carefully crafted for young readers, using simple text, vivid images, and easy-to-understand language and sentence structure. Features include: Straightforward content that explains the differences between fables, folktales, and myths. Critical thinking questions exploring connections between the main myth and a related myth in another society. Allows readers to understand differences between different literary works, such as myths, fables, and folktales. Encourages readers to think critically about similar myths and draw conclusions about myths' relationships to each other.