Weird But True! Know-It-All Greek Mythology

by Sarah Wassner Flynn

Classic stories from Greek mythology come to life in this latest single-subject themed book in the Weird But True spin-off series, Know-It-All.

Zeus, Hades, Aphrodite, Hera, Poseidon, Hercules, Achilles, Ares, Apollo, Athena, Artemis, Dionysus, Prometheus! Fans of Rick Riordan will find this is the perfect companion book to dive a little deeper into the incredible stories from Greek mythology. Weird-but-true facts accompanied by lush original full-color art cover everything kids need to know about all their favorite Greek gods, heroes, monsters, quests, muses, and famous philosophers. From who gave mankind fire to famous fatal flaws to who stood guard at the Underworld, this book includes all the iconic Greek myths and key characters--and then goes one wonderfully weird step beyond.

Genres: Nonfiction, Greek Mythology, Reference, History, Childrens, Mythology

192 pages, Paperback

Published July 31, 2018

About the author

Sarah Wassner Flynn is a fitness and sports writer, a children's book author, a runner, and a mother.

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although this is a book written primarily for kids, it contains a trove of information about Greek gods and mythology presented in a fun format. The book covers all the major gods and goddesses plus information about ancient cities and mythological battles. It also relates the information to present day words and usages.

[isla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE MYTHOLOGY!!!

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Decided to read this book in the hopes of visiting Greece next year. My knowledge of Greek mythology is limited and found this children's book to be enjoyable. Many fun facts about Greek mythology!

From Mother Earth (Gaea) and Father Heaven (Uranus) created the Titans, the first gods and goddesses on Earth.

Each Greek god and goddess has specific symbols assigned to them including spirit animals. Poseidon's spirit animal is a horse because he created the first horse out of waves.

Hera, Zeus's wife, liked to flaunt her beauty and keep an eye on her husband so her spirit animal is the peacock.

[Amanda Gilles · Rating 5 out of 5]

I teach a Greek Mythology unit to my 7th graders each year. Last year, I had a student who was really involved in the topic and brought this book to class. I knew I had to add it to my book collection-not only because it would be a great classroom resource but I, too find mythology interesting. It definitely will not disappoint and it's a great book to read if you only have a minute here or a minute there.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great graphics and fun facts about everything Greek mythology. Beyond just the stories, learn about family relationships, story origins and how Greek mythology influenced the English language. A fun read to meet the folk tale and mythology 40 book challenge requirement and for Percy Jackson fans.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. My 3 year old grandson and my Year 3 class love this book. It was brilliant for subject knowledge before reading Who Let the Gods out. I also learned quite a bit, so would like to get more books in this series.

[George Nash · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun little book written to hold the attention of kids. Which is good because this was read with my 5yo. Lots of great illustrations. The book is hard to read out loud due to all the little bubbles and breaks in the text for side information.

Still a really great book.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like all other Weird but True books, this is a browsable book with tons of fun facts about greek myth. Not necessarily a book to use as research.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was our bathroom read. i love Greek mythology. I found parts is of it confusing and not organized it the way I'd have liked, but I adore these weird but true books.

[Evelyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

super interesting I have read it 5 times at least.

[Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Recommend for 6th graders learning about greek mythology

[Alex · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nothing really new here for me, but I always like reading about these crazy and temperamental gods so I enjoyed it.

[Sarahs Reads ToKids]

Lydia read this book as her non fiction book to accompany her fiction reading of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. She really liked it. She said it was fun and good.

[Marci Hasty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read with M ❤️

[Calisa W · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wow this took a while cannot recall most of what learned too many ha

[Lily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not my favorite Greek mythology book but good for an introduction into Greek mythology for younger kids not too long or detailed and has lots of illustrations