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Greeking out : epic retellings of classic Greek myths / Kenny Curtis & Jillian Hughes ; illustrated by J. Espila.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: National Geographic kidsPublisher: Washington, D.C : National Geographic, [2023]Copyright date: ©2023Description: 191 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 24 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781426375989
  • 1426375980
  • 9781426375965
  • 1426375964
Other title:
  • Epic retellings of classic Greek myths : an official podcast tie-in
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
The Olympians versus the Titans -- The fire, the jar, and the very first humans -- The flying stallion, a fearless mortal, and a feisty fly -- The reflection and the voice -- Daughter of the seasons -- The golden touch -- Attack of the Aloadae -- The minotaur and the maze -- Daedalus, Icarus, and the great escape -- The magic of Circe -- Heracles the G.O.A.T. -- The healer warrior -- Apollo finds a friend -- Atalanta, warrior princess -- Andromeda & Perseus: the ultimate power couple -- The bromance of Apollo & Hermes -- Arachne the weaver -- The moon falls in love -- The giant problem -- Till death do us part... and then some -- Guide to the Greeks! -- Map of Greece.
Summary: "A #1 kids and family podcast with many millions of downloads, National Geographic Kids Greeking Out retells classic Greek myths in a fresh and exciting way. The Greeking Out book brings you the same tongue-in-cheek tone and showcases some favorite tales from the podcast."-- Page 4 of cover.Summary: This kid-friendly collection of tales from Greek mythology showcases familiar favorites from the well-loved Greeking Out podcast as well as brand-new, never-before-aired stories. Join Persephone on her journey through the mystifying depths of the Underworld. Venture onwards with Heracles as he tackles his 12 death-defying labors. And join mythological figures you may not have heard of before, including scheming gods and goddesses, honorable-and not so honorable-heroes, and magnificent monsters.-- Amazon.com.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Shelving location Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Dr. James Carlson Library Children's NonFiction New 292.13 C979 Checked out 06/06/2024 33111011110257
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's NonFiction 292.13 C979 Available 33111011188063
Children's Book Children's Book Northport Library Children's NonFiction 292.13 C979 Available 33111011136260
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

From the creators of National Geographic Kids' wildly successful Greeking Out podcast, this New York Times best-selling tie-in book delivers a clever tongue-in-cheek retelling of 20 classic Greek myths.

This kid-friendly collection of tales from Greek mythology showcases familiar favorites from the well-loved Greeking Out podcast as well as brand-new, never-before-aired stories. Join Persephone on her journey through the mystifying depths of the Underworld. Venture onwards with Heracles as he tackles his 12 death-defying labors. And join mythological figures you may not have heard of before, including scheming gods and goddesses, honorable--and not so honorable--heroes, and magnificent monsters.

Dynamic, playful illustrations coupled with laugh-out-loud storytelling and real information about ancient Greece--delivered by the all-knowing Oracle of Wi-Fi--make this collection of fabulous fables a fresh addition to any history-lover's library.

Includes index.

The Olympians versus the Titans -- The fire, the jar, and the very first humans -- The flying stallion, a fearless mortal, and a feisty fly -- The reflection and the voice -- Daughter of the seasons -- The golden touch -- Attack of the Aloadae -- The minotaur and the maze -- Daedalus, Icarus, and the great escape -- The magic of Circe -- Heracles the G.O.A.T. -- The healer warrior -- Apollo finds a friend -- Atalanta, warrior princess -- Andromeda & Perseus: the ultimate power couple -- The bromance of Apollo & Hermes -- Arachne the weaver -- The moon falls in love -- The giant problem -- Till death do us part... and then some -- Guide to the Greeks! -- Map of Greece.

"A #1 kids and family podcast with many millions of downloads, National Geographic Kids Greeking Out retells classic Greek myths in a fresh and exciting way. The Greeking Out book brings you the same tongue-in-cheek tone and showcases some favorite tales from the podcast."-- Page 4 of cover.

This kid-friendly collection of tales from Greek mythology showcases familiar favorites from the well-loved Greeking Out podcast as well as brand-new, never-before-aired stories. Join Persephone on her journey through the mystifying depths of the Underworld. Venture onwards with Heracles as he tackles his 12 death-defying labors. And join mythological figures you may not have heard of before, including scheming gods and goddesses, honorable-and not so honorable-heroes, and magnificent monsters.-- Amazon.com.

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