Enter a world of gods, heroes, monsters, legends, folktales, and traditional stories passed through generations. The Mythology collection introduces young readers to myths and folklore from different civilizations and cultures while helping students understand the stories people used to explain nature, history, values, and the unknown.
Greek and Roman mythology form a major part of the collection. Students can read about Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, Cronus, Minerva, Mars, the Titans, and other gods and legendary figures. Books examine famous myths, conflicts among the gods, festivals, heroes, monsters, and the beliefs of ancient Greek and Roman societies.
The collection extends well beyond the classical world. Readers can explore Norse stories, European folktales, Arthurian legends, Native American traditions, and Indigenous Canadian mythology and folklore. Stories of giants, fairies, witches, mystical creatures, spirits, and legendary beings introduce students to traditions from different regions.
Canadian mythology titles include Indigenous stories and regional legends connected with figures and creatures such as Nanabozo, Thunderbird, and the Thetis Lake Monster. These books give readers opportunities to compare how communities use stories to explain places, natural events, cultural beliefs, and human behavior.
Many titles connect mythology with history, geography, religion, and social studies. This makes the collection useful for examining myths within the societies that created and preserved them.
Designed for students across PK-12, with substantial elementary and middle-grade content, the collection can support literature, history, social studies, cultural studies, and independent reading.
Students can enjoy the stories while also examining recurring themes, characters, beliefs, and differences among mythological traditions around the world.
