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Awaken a sense of adventure (and maybe a Kraken) with a collection of Norse mythology for kids 8 to 12
What is more awesome than the hammer-wielding thunder-god, Thor; the Queen of Asgard and all-knowing goddess, Frigg; or the gigantic sea serpent, Jormungand? Norse Mythology for Kids transports you into the Nordic lands where extraordinary creatures like giants, dwarfs, elves, and monsters walked among fearless gods and goddesses.
Featuring timeless stories from such countries as Iceland, Norway, and Denmark, this is your entryway into the magical world of Scandinavian folklore. With vividly detailed illustrations that pair with each myth, you’ll feel like you are defending Asgard on the battlefield with the almighty Odin, shape-shifting from a snake to a hawk with the trickster Loki, slaying dragons with the brave Sigurd, and much more. Follow these engaging Norse mythology legends, and learn everything there is to know about the tall tales of the Norse.
Norse Mythology for Kids includes:
20 Marvelous myths―Explore 20 of the most memorable Norse mythology stories from Norse culture, combined into one awesome book.
Follow the bloodlines―Discover the fascinating family ties between some of the most well-known and lesser-known mythical Norse characters.
Language lessons―Use the glossary and pronunciation guide of essential Nordic terms to easily follow along with each story.
Enter the wild world of Norse mythology with this great book for kids.
From the Publisher
Meet a few of the legendary gods and goddesses from inside:
Frey
In ancient times, Nordic kings believed they descended from the gods. Some were the descendants of Odin; others were the descendants of Frey, whose name means “lord.” Vikings would often dedicate their horses and their boars to him as an offering. Frey had a golden boar, which was made by the sons of Ivaldi—the same dwarfs that made Odin’s spear, Gungnir. Frey’s golden boar ran so fast that it flew across the sky.
Odin
Odin was the ruler of the gods because he was the oldest. He was called All-father because he was the father of so many of the younger gods. Odin was also the god of wisdom, poetry, magic, and the runes. His desire to know everything in the world led him to sacrifice one of his eyes in exchange for such wisdom. To learn the runes, he hanged himself on the world tree, stabbed by a spear, without food or water, for nine nights. There was very little he didn’t know—he even knew magic.
Freya
Freya was considered the most beautiful of the goddesses, with golden hair like amber and lips red like blood. The title frua, which is given to women of honor, comes from her name. Freya had many other names, too: Mardol, Horn, Syr, and Gefn. Freya was both a lover and a fighter, and it is said that if you wish to pray for love, you should pray to her. Fierce in battle, she was the Lady of the Shield-maidens and lived in a land called Folkvangar, the army-fields, in her great hall, Sessrumnir. Half of all the slain warriors sat with her there; the other half of the slain warriors sat with Odin in Valhall.
Publisher : Callisto Kids (October 5, 2021)
Language : English
Hardcover : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 1638788324
ISBN-13 : 978-1638788324
Reading age : 4 – 10 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 970L
Grade level : 2 – 3
Item Weight : 1.22 pounds
Dimensions : 7.75 x 0.61 x 9.5 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book suitable for both children and adults. They appreciate the stories that are well-written and simplified for kids. The illustrations are colorful and engaging, with just enough pictures to keep their interest. Readers praise the writing quality as well-done and easy to read, even for struggling readers. Overall, customers find the book educational and a good introduction to Norse mythology.
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