World's Greatest Myths
A Young Explorer's Guide to Gods, Creatures, Legends, and Lost Empires
The oldest stories in the world are still some of the best.
25 myths from around the world, and the history behind them.
- Ages
- 8–12
- Pages
- 135
- Published
- Mar 2026
Myths from around the world
Gods and creatures
History behind the legends
What's it about?
Long before books and movies, people told stories about gods, monsters, heroes, and lost kingdoms. This guide collects the greatest myths and legends from around the world and explains where they came from.
Young readers get the stories themselves and the history behind them, which makes it a strong pick for fans of mythology-based adventure books.
Perfect for
Kids 8 to 12 who love gods, monsters, and legendary heroes.
Why parents like it
Connects favorite adventure stories to the real myths and cultures behind them.
What readers say
A fantastic introduction to the genre of myth and folklore.
Great in depth myths for children.
This is a great book! So fun to read!
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