Tales from the Odyssey, Part 1 (Tales from the Odyssey, 1)
H**L
Extra Credit for Parents
Okay - first..thank you to the reviewer who had the ISBN number for the 2nd book! I just added it to my cart and based on a review of the 2nd book, it looks like it will be the right one.We bought this for my 1st grade son who loves stories and was completely intrigued by the idea that there were superheros before Batman and Superman. I started to read it out loud to him and before I knew it, the whole family was gathered around including my husband, who has read the Odyssey and Iliad many times, 3rd grade girl and kindergarten girl. Everyone LOVED it! My husband was impressed at how the story was redone for a younger age but was still true to the feel. The groan when the book ended and Odysseus was not home yet was huge! I had to promise to order the next volume today.I would highly recomend buying the 3 book volumes instead of individual books - it makes kids realize that each book is just part of a big story. AND be ready to buy the next volume! The other reviewer gives you the number to look up.We also bought him the coloring book from Dover of Greek Gods and Goddesses from Amazon. It really helped with picturing some of the gods - although we realized at the end of Mary Pope Osborne's book that the author has sketches of them and pronounciation lists! Oh well.... he still loves the coloring book.There are some gross parts (people being eaten by the Cyclopes and Giants and the Six Headed monster) BUT it is well handled and not overly graphic at all. We are crazy overprotective parents about what our kids watch and my kndergarten girl didn't even bat an eye. So don't let that stop you from buying the book. I think everything was entirely age appropriate for younger elementary who have not had a birds and the bees talk as well!Overall - it is a great way to introduce your kids to the Odyssey and I will absolutely be looking for anything written by the author (actually already added a couple to my cart!)
D**D
Fun
What a fun way to share this story with younger minds. My 8 year old is enthralled with this version and telling of this awesome story. He wants the whole series.
E**N
amazing
awesome adventures
M**9
Excellent version for lower level readers
I am a special education teacher at a high school in the Chicago suburbs and I bought this book for my students because they were not able to read and comprehend the version that came in our standard text book. The reading level of the text was perfect for my freshmen who suffer from various reading difficulties, and their ability to actually comprehend the story fueled their passion for learning about Odysseus' journey. Each step of the way they were excited to come in and read about the next adventure Odysseus and his men undertook, and they began to develop an interest in exploring more of ancient Greek literature. I am certain this version is enjoyed by many young people as many parent reviews have testified to, but I would also say that this is perfect for older students with learning disabilities as this makes the text come to life in ways that they never would have understood with a more difficult version.
K**R
Good early middle school book
I first read this book to determine if I should include it in a reading list for fourth to sixth grade students. It is a good introduction to The Odyssey that they will read in grade eight.
A**S
great book
Great book for kids. There is a pronunciation guide in the back that we found helpful when trying to pronounce the Greek names. Arrived quickly and in perfect condition.
H**.
Amazing - kids are hooked!
This book is so good! I bought this on a whim but I am so glad I got it. I read it aloud to my 6 year old and 9 year old boys and they absolutely loved it. The chapters are nice and short, which makes it a good choice for reading aloud. It’s written on a level that doesn’t seem overly childish but it’s appropriate for children. We’ve had some really excellent discussions around this book! Lots to talk about. Definitely recommend.
D**Y
This book has my 9 year old who doesn't like to read hooked!
You can't get better than a book that can hold a 9 year old boys attention, who really isn't fond of sitting and reading. In the first day he read 30 pages. That's unheard of for him. He just doesn't usually enjoy sitting and reading. He'd rather be riding his bike or skateboarding.Not with this book. From the moment he picked it up, the action involved kept and held his attention from start to finish. We purchased Part 2 and he was so excited that there was more to read.This book (Part 1) is a compilation of several books together and Part 2 offers the rest of them. So much easier than hunting down each individual book.Thank you Mary Pope Osborne for being being such a wonderful children's author and congratulations on another job well done.
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