Z Is for Zeus: A Greek Mythology Alphabet

Gr 4-6. In the typical series style, Greek mythology is explored. Each letter is featured in a rhymed verse, some more successful than others. On sidebars, the concept or story is explored further, making the book suitable for children seeking additional information on the subject. While mainly focused on myths, the text also delves into lifestyles and history. Some readers may be confused as to the difference between actual Greek history and mythology, yet there is still an abundance of detail held within these pages; the "Glossary of Gods" does help in sorting out the characters. Coupled with the advanced text, the humorous and sometimes bawdy watercolor cartoons put this into the older age range, though the picture-book format may be off-putting for this audience. A mixed bag for larger collections."Angela J. Reynolds, Annapolis Valley Regional Library, Bridgetown, NS, Canada" Copyright 2008 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.