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Who was all-beautiful Europa? Who fell in love with her and took her away so as to marry her? How did her family react? Then, how was a whole continet named after her and, eventually, who were her three sons and what happened to each of them? All the answers are lying in the enjoyable reading of the book in your hands. In it, once more, the lives of humans and gods of the Greek mythology are fascinatingly interwoven. This book comprises several activities and games helping young readers consolidate the basics of Greek mythology.

The ancient Greeks created myths to explain the wonders of the world. Why do hurricanes, lightning, freezing cold, wars, spring and love exist? The answer is there up high, on Mount Olympus. There in a bright palace where 12 gods live... Let's get to know them better!

Sisyphos is a intelligent human who defies the Gods. Will he be able to escape their anger? This is the story of Sisyphos for children just starting to read with exciting , lively illustrations. With activities for advancing the cognative and emotional development of children.

Who was Prometheus, and how did he help humans to improve their lives and cope with nature's challenges? Why did Zeus, the ruler of both gods and men, punish him so harshly? Which hero saved Prometheus from his punishment? Who was Epimetheus, and who was the beautiful Pandora? What did the box, which Zeus had given to Pandora as a wedding gif, hide? What happened when she opened it? All the answers can be found in this fascinating book dealing with two Greek myths that will capture the interest of readers, both young and old, all over the world... The book contains acti...

Phrixus and Helle were the children of Athamas, king of Orchomenus in Boeotia. Their mother was the beautiful Nephele, who died at a very young age. The king married again, to a woman named Ino, who was extremely jealous of the two children. So Ino came up with a plan to take the kids out of the picture. However, the love of their dead mother, Nephele, protected Phrixus and Helle. What would be the fate of the two siblings? Orpheus and Eurydice Orpheus, son of the muse Calliope, was a young, talented musician and poet. As soon as he met the beautiful nymph Eurydice, he fe...

Phaethon is a young man who wishes to one day ride his father's chariot, with which he drives the sun across the sky every day. Is he going to make it? Phaethon's story is suitable for children beginning to read, containing vivid illustrations that will (absolutely) fascinate them. Featuring activities for the promotion of cognitive and emotional development of children.

Perseus, one of the greatest of Greek heroes, has a mission to accomplish. Perseus's story, with lively illustrations (ideal) for children beginning to read on their own. Featuring activities designed to promote children's cognitive and emotional development.

The world was born out of love, and it was out of love that it almost perished. Not just once. At the dawn of time, the love that gods and mortals felt for each other was so strong and powerful that it could defy the laws of nature. Such was the love Orpheus felt for his sweetheart Eurydice, who died an untimely death. So he ventured to the world of the dead to bring her back, his only weapons being his music and his deep yearning for her.

Orpheas loves Eurydice but an accident sends her to Hades, the God of the Underworld. Can he save her? The story of Orpheas and Eurydice for children just learning to read with lively illustrations they will enjoy. With activities that help with the development of the children's comprehension and emotional skills.

They spent ten years to finish the war of Troy. A war broke out for the abduction of Helen, the beautiful Greek woman queen from Paris, one of the sons of the king of Troy. The Greeks managed to enter the city of Troy. For this reason the ending was ingenious mind of the king of Ithaca, Odysseus, who had the idea of building the Trojan Horse. The war ended, Helen and freed the Greeks returned home. But for Odysseus would start new adventures ... This book comprises several activities and games helping young readers consolidate the basics of Greek mythology.

A new series which will give preschoolers the chance to have a first contact with the wonderful tales of Greek mythology, through exciting storytelling and vivid illustrations. Read about the incredible ordeals of Odysseus, the brightest and most resourceful of the Greek generals, who set out to return to Ithaca after the fall of Troy, only to spend ten long years trying to save himself and his comrades from hostile peoples, horrifying monsters, beautiful temptresses and the wrath of the gods.

After the fall of Troy, the Greeks set out to return to their homeland. But it would take Odysseus, the ingenious man responsible for their final victory, another ten years before he could set eyes on his beloved Ithaca. Ten years of relentless struggle against vengeful gods, horrifying monsters, murderous sirens, fierce giants and treacherous women of astonishing beauty, but also against his companions' greed and thoughtlessness and his own weaknesses. Read about the cunning hero's breathtaking ordeals in this captivating adaptation of the Odyssey by Sirmo Kapoutsi, vividl...

After the fall of Troy, the Greeks set out to return to their homeland. But it would take Odysseus, the ingenious man responsible for their final victory, another ten years before he could set eyes on his beloved Ithaca. Ten years of relentless struggle against vengeful gods, horrifying monsters, murderous sirens, fierce giants and treacherous women of astonishing beauty, but also against his companions' greed and thoughtlessness and his own weaknesses. Read about the cunning hero's breathtaking ordeals in this captivating adaptation of the Odyssey by Sirmo Kapoutsi, vividl...

We, the monsters of Greek mythology, have decided to make our voices heard. To finally put an end to all the lies and slander. The time has come for our truth to be heard: who we are, what we do, what we want. We are not like you humans. We are different. Very different indeed. But we are definitely not monsters! Stories included: -The Riddle of the Sphinx -The Song of the Sirens -Under the Shadow of the Centaurs -The Minotaur and the Labyrinth -The Wrath of Enceladus

Jason decides to reclaim his father’s throne from his uncle Pelias and adventure begins. His uncle, in order to give the throne back, asked Jason of something almost impossible to achieve: to bring him the Golden Fleece. Jason, although he knew how difficult this task was, decided to give it a try. He couldn't have imagined, though, what he would have to anticipate: from the Semplegades to the huge snake-guardian of the Golden Fleece. Do you wonder whether he manage it? This book comprises several activities and games helping young readers consolidate the basics of Gree...

Young Jason returns to his hometown of Iolcos to claim the throne from the usurper, his uncle Pelias. But first he must carry out an impossible task - bring back the Golden Fleece from the faraway land of Kolchis. Thus he sets out on the most extraordinary journey on board the sturdy Argo, together with his fearless companions, the Argonauts. Read about the legendary heroes' breathtaking adventures in this captivating adaptation of Greek mythology by Sirmo Kapoutsi, vividly illustrated by Nestoras Xouris.

Young, handsome and good-hearted - but also impulsive, Jason arrives in Iolcus determined to claim the throne that his uncle has stolen from his father. However, the wily Pelias first asks him to perform a deed that will take him on a long, mythical journey full of unbelievable adventures.

Young Jason returns to his hometown of Iolcos to claim the throne from the usurper, his uncle Pelias. But first he must carry out an impossible task - bring back the Golden Fleece from the faraway land of Kolchis. Thus he sets out on the most extraordinary journey on board the sturdy Argo, together with his fearless companions, the Argonauts. Read about the legendary heroes' breathtaking adventures in this captivating adaptation of Greek mythology by Sirmo Kapoutsi, vividly illustrated by Nestoras Xouris.

A new series which will give preschoolers the chance to have a first contact with the wonderful tales of Greek mythology, through exciting storytelling and vivid illustrations. Get to know the breathtaking adventures of young Jason, his sturdy ship Argo and its crew of brave heroes, as they roam the ancient seas in search of the Golden Fleece.