Goddesses And Heroines

Inside, Award-Winning Author Dr. Jean Menzies Retells More Than 30 Tales In A Warm, Accessible Voice, And Katie Ponder’S Stunning Illustrations Illuminate Every Page. The Stories Span Cultures And Centuries, Inviting Curiosity While Building Understanding Of Different Traditions. The Book Is Written In Clear, Engaging Sections, With A Handy Pronunciation Guide To Help Young Readers Confidently Say Names They Might Meet For The First Time. Its Hardback Format And Striking Gold Foil Cover Make Goddesses And Heroines A Keepsake Gift For Any Young Mythology Enthusiast. From The Dawn Goddess Ame-No-Uzume, Who Dances To Save The Day, To The Cunning Greek Queen Alcestis And The Famous Warrior Mulan, This Collection Opens Up A World Of Legendary Women Waiting To Be Discovered.

• Over 80 Goddesses And Heroines From Myths And Legends Across Cultures
• More Than 30 Retold Tales Designed For Ages 7–9
• Pronunciation Guide To Help With Tricky Names
• Stunning Illustrations By Katie Ponder On Every Spread
• Durable Hardback With A Gold Foil Cover, A Gift-Worthy Keepsake
• Accessible Storytelling By Dr. Jean Menzies
• Perfect For Read-Aloud Sessions Or Independent Reading And Discussion

Goddesses And Heroines Offers More Than A Collection Of Stories; It Opens A Doorway To Global Myths, Empowering Readers To See Themselves As Part Of A Long Line Of Curious, Brave Women. After Finishing The Book, Readers Will Feel Inspired To Explore More Legends, Expand Their Vocabulary, And Carry A Sense Of Wonder Into Every New Page They Turn.