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A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology

Author : Heather Alexander

Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal

Page : 100 pages

File Size : 28,14 MB

Release : 2018-10-23

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 0316417939

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Packed with action, intrigue, trickery, and love, A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology acquaints kids with the original North Germanic and Scandinavian folklore behind characters like Thor and Loki, plus other gods, goddesses, giants, dwarves, and more. The newest book in the best-selling, award-winning A Child's Introduction series explores the popular and captivating world of Norse mythology. Organized into two parts, part one introduces characters like Odin, the leader of the Norse gods; Thor and his mighty hammer Mjollner; Frigg, weaver of the destinies of humans and gods; frost and fire giants; cunning dwarves like Brokk and Eitri; and many more. Part two tells the stories of the suspenseful myths themselves including The Creation of the Cosmos, The Aesir-Vanir War, Loki Bound, Thor's Hammer and many more. Full of charming and witty illustrations from Meredith Hamilton, a Norse name pronunciation guide, and a removable Norse Family Tree, A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology is the perfect way for kids to learn the historic stories behind today's popular mythical characters.



A Child's Introduction to Greek Mythology

Author : Heather Alexander

Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal Pub

Page : 96 pages

File Size : 15,96 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 157912867X

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Presents an introduction to Greek mythology, discussing the roles of gods and goddesses, as well as the adventures of heroes and mythical beings.



Norse Mythology for Kids

Author : Mathias Nordvig

Publisher : Rockridge Press

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 45,73 MB

Release : 2021-10-05

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9781638788324

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"Featuring timeless stories from such countries as Iceland, Norway, and Denmark, this is your entryway into the magical world of Scandinavian folklore. With vividly detailed illustrations that pair with each myth, you'll feel like you are defending Asgard on the battlefield with the almighty Odin, shape-shifting from a snake to a hawk with the trickster Loki, slaying dragons with the brave Sigurd, and much more. Follow these engaging Norse mythology legends, and learn everything there is to know about the tall tales of the Norse"--



Introduction to Norse Mythology for Kids

Author : Peter Aperlo

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 28,32 MB

Release : 2021

Category : Mythology, Norse

ISBN : 9781713766995

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"Discover viking mythology, from Asgard to Valhalla! Vikings lived a long time ago, but that doesn't mean their history, myths, and stories aren't still exciting today! Get to know the fascinating stories behind your favorite Norse gods, goddesses, heroes, villains, and monsters in this fun introduction to Norse mythology. You'll learn all about Thor and his hammer Mjolnir, the cunning and mischievous adventures of the trickster Loki, and Freyja, the beautiful goddess with the falcon cloak. Uncover fantastical creatures, fearsome monsters, and epic battles--all from ancient Scandinavia--with stories including: Thor and the Clay Giant, The Death of Baldr, Loki's Dangerous Children, and more! Plus you'll learn what daily life was like for Vikings, how they fought, and more! If you love learning about history, or are a fan of the Thor and Loki movies, this book is the perfect collection of Norse trivia!" -- Back cover.



D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths

Author : Ingri d'Aulaire

Publisher : New York Review of Books

Page : 188 pages

File Size : 22,86 MB

Release : 2005-05-31

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9781590171257

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The Caldecott medal-winning d'Aulaires once again captivate their young audience with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Norse legends, telling stories of Odin the All-father, Thor the Thunder-god and the theft of his hammer, Loki the mischievous god of the Jotun Race, and Ragnarokk, the destiny of the gods. Children meet Bragi, the god of poetry, and the famous Valkyrie maidens, among other gods, goddesses, heroes, and giants. Illustrations throughout depict the wondrous other world of Norse folklore and its fantastical Northern landscape.



Norse Myths

Author : Matt Ralphs

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 146 pages

File Size : 19,88 MB

Release : 2021-08-17

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0744052521

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A beautifully illustrated and compelling collection of more than 30 ancient Norse myths for children. Exciting stories, extraordinary creatures, and compelling gods, goddesses, and heroes come together in this compendium of Norse myths--first told long ago by the Vikings. Perfect for children ages 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings. Read about Thor, the god of thunder and how he once disguised himself as a bride to seek revenge on a giant and retrieve his powerful hammer, Mjolnir; and how Sif, the goddess of fertility, had her long golden hair cut off by Loki, the trickster god. Each myth is told with thrilling immediacy, in language that is easy for children to understand, while retaining the awe, majesty, and intrigue of the original tales. Stunning illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder breathe new life into each story. Additional feature pages delve deeper into the mythical world, providing profiles of the featured gods and goddesses and giving the context behind the myths. The reference section provides key background information, such as Norse cosmology and facts about the incredible Norse characters, and comes complete with a pronunciation e-guide. Norse Myths is the perfect gift, featuring foil on the cover and beautiful illustrations throughout. Children will love exploring the tales by themselves or as bedtime stories. This stunning ebook will be treasured forever.



A Child's Introduction to the Environment

Author : Michael Driscoll

Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal

Page : 96 pages

File Size : 16,49 MB

Release : 2021-03-16

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 0762499478

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Book Description

Explore the water, land, and air around us with this entertaining and informative look at our magnificent planet—and learn how your experiments, activities, and everyday actions can help save the environment. This book looks at the wide variety of ecosystems and environmental regions of the Earth, from deserts and forests, to cities and farms, to oceans and ice caps, as well as the atmosphere, weather, energy sources, plants, and animals of each area. Michael Driscoll and professor of meteorology Dennis Driscoll explain the changes to our planet that are currently taking place, including rising temperatures and sea levels, and the effects they can have on our environment. They also profile young environmental activists like Greta Thunberg and Isra Hirsi, and highlight important, everyday actions such as water conversion and recycling that kids can do on their own or with their parents. Also included are fun projects and experiments to do at home like brewing sun tea, creating lightning, and making a smog detector. Packed with facts, experiments, and a removable poster with tips on how to save the planet, this comprehensive guide will inspire kids and their families to think about our planet in new ways and help keep it beautiful and healthy for years to come.



Norse Mythology #2

Author : Neil Gaiman

Publisher : Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)

Page : 32 pages

File Size : 14,17 MB

Release : 2020-11-04

Category : Comics & Graphic Novels

ISBN :

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Neil Gaiman! P. Craig Russell! Loki is forced to atone for his latest prank by pitting two groups of dwarfs against each other in a contest that will either bring the gods greater treasures than they could dream of, or cost him his head . . . or both.



Treasury of Norse Mythology

Author : Donna Jo Napoli

Publisher : National Geographic Books

Page : 196 pages

File Size : 44,91 MB

Release : 2015

Category : Gods, Norse

ISBN : 1426320981

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Book Description

Illustrated stories of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in this collection of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the trickster god Loki.



D'Aulaires' Book of Trolls

Author : Ingri d'Aulaire

Publisher : New York Review of Books

Page : 84 pages

File Size : 10,37 MB

Release : 2006-10-17

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9781590172179

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In this spectacular follow-up to their beloved Book of Norse Myths, the husband-and-wife team of Ingri and Edgar Parin d’Aulaire explore the uncanny reaches of Norse mythology, an enchanted night-world populated by trolls of all kinds—mountain trolls, forest trolls, trolls who live underwater and trolls who live under bridges, uncouth, unkempt, unbreakable, unforgettable, and invariably unbelievably ugly trolls—who work their wiles and carry on in the most bizarre and entertaining fashions. With their matchless talent as storytellers and illustrators, the d’Aulaires bring to life the weird and wonderful world of Norse mythology.