Books Greek Myths: Meet the heroes, gods, and monsters of ancient Greece (Ancient Myths)  by DK (Author), Jean Menzies (Author)

"Greek Myths: Meet the heroes, gods, and monsters of ancient Greece" by DK and Jean Menzies is a beautifully illustrated book designed for children aged 7 to 9. It offers more than 30 retellings of classic and lesser-known Greek myths, including famous stories like ‘Theseus and the Minotaur,’ ‘The 12 Labours of Herakles,’ and ‘Jason and the Argonauts.’ The myths are presented in modern, engaging language that is easy for children to understand while retaining the humor and intrigue of the originals.

The book features striking illustrations by award-winning artist Katie Ponder and includes a handy pronunciation guide for difficult names. It also provides key reference pages with profiles of gods, a map of Odysseus’ journey, and background information on ancient Greek storytelling and mythical creatures. The book has been praised for its engaging storytelling, beautiful artwork reminiscent of Greek murals, and child-friendly treatment of difficult themes such as sexual violence in the myths. It serves as a fantastic introduction to Greek mythology, suitable for middle-grade readers and even adults with an interest in the subject.