Giants

Contributor(s): Jeffrey, Gary (Author)

ISBN: 9781433960345

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing

$19.95

Pub Date: August 16, 2011

Dewey: 398.45

LCCN: 2010050922

Lexile Code: 0000

Features: Illustrated, Index

Target Age Group: 08 to 10

Physical Info: 0.20" H x 9.30" L x 7.40" W ( 0.70 lbs) 24 pages

BISAC Categories:

Social Science | Folklore and Mythology

Series: Graphic Mythical Creatures

Accelerated Reader® Info

Quiz #:0000146189 ( Giants)

Reading level: 3.30

Interest level: MG

Point value: 0.5

Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: These mythical creatures were thought to be as large as mountains and were responsible for causing lots of trouble for humans. Readers will discover some of the most popular legends and folklore about giants in this book. The comprehensive volume covers giants from a variety of mythological traditionsfrom the Greeks to the Mayans. The exciting story of the Norse god Thor and his adventures in the land of giants is featured in graphic-novel form. The accessible text and engaging drawings will excite reluctant readers, drawing them into the fascinating world of mythology.

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