“D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths”

D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
Author: Ingri and Edgar Parin D’Aulaires

Illustrator: Ingri and Edgar Parin D’Aulaires

Genre: Traditional Literature

Grade Level: 2^ndgrade to 6^th grade

This book is about the story of Greek Gods and Goddess on how they came to be. It goes into details on why they were chosen to be God and what did they do to become a God. The stories sometimes make you question onto why Gods would do such a thing to mortal but you can’t help but feel sympathetic towards them. Like Zeus changing a moral into a cow and Hera sending that poor cow to some other places! The book is divided into three contents. First part is about Zeus and his Family, second part is about Minor Gods, Nymphs, Satyrs, and Centaurs and the third part is about Mortal Descendants of Zeus. The first content of the book must be read chronologically to get the full story of thirteen great Gods. The second and third content of the book, you can read the book by skipping chapters to your favorite God. But to get the whole picture it is recommended to read chapter by chapter.

Thoughts

I am and have always been interested in Greek Mythology. This book was so addictive that I could not bear to put it down. Even now I still find it really enjoyable to read just before I go to bed. This book is great as it divides the book mainly illustration and little text. The illustration is bold and colorful that engages students interest on reading. I will read this book to students and act it out to make it interesting for them. A must read for anyone (even adults) interested in Greek Mythology.