Description: Lexi lives Ancient Greece, where he meets Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine. With companions Theo and his hound dog Cerberus, Lexi and Hippocrates travel to Olympia for the ancient Olympic Games. Together, Lexi and Hippocrates uncover treachery and help preserve the Olympic ideal of fair play.
Brief description: Marian Keen, B.S. in Education, Central Connecticut State University, has been writing in a variety of genres since the early 1980s. Marian majored in middle-grade education, and taught grades five and six. In Lexi Catt's Meowmoirs-Tales of Heroic Scientists, the talented feline Lexi shares his adventures with heroes who have made discoveries in the fields of science and medicine, including those from ancient Egypt, one of the earliest civilizations to practice medicine. Marian's full list of works can be found at megsbooks.com and Amazon.com.
Review Quotes: "Marian Keen creates a wonderful story of fiction and history that will leave any young reader spellbound and wanting to learn more about Ancient Greece ... This story would be an excellent addition to any classroom curriculum." Lauren Binnendyk, PhD, BCBA "Marian Keen's adventure captures Ancient Greece in a fresh and intriguing manner than elementary and middle school students (and their teachers!) will adore. Lexi and his friends find action around every corner, and there is so much for the reader to learn as they go. The characters are engaging, and the historical settings are inspiring and true to the spirit of the times." Laura Pearson, Teacher Librarian, École Elémentaire William Bridge Elementary School, Richmond, Canada