Copyright Date:
2012
Edition Date:
2012
Release Date:
01/01/12
Pages:
32 pages
ISBN:
1-448-85200-5
ISBN 13:
978-1-448-85200-0
Dewey:
398
LCCN:
2011005530
Dimensions:
29 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Thu Apr 28 00:00:00 CDT 2022)
GANERI, Anita &; David West . Dinosaurs . ISBN 978-1-4488-5201-7 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5240-6 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5438-7 . LC 2011009829. GANERI, Anita &; David West . Gods and Goddesses . ISBN 978-1-4488-5202-4 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5242-0 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5439-4 . LC 2011002913. GANERI, Anita &; David West . Heroes of Myths and Legends . ISBN 978-1-4488-5200-0 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5238-3 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5437-0 . LC 2011005530. GANERI, Anita &; David West . Outlaws and Villains from History . ISBN 978-1-4488-5199-7 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5236-9 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5436-3 . LC 2011003073. GANERI, Anita &; David West . Supernatural Creatures . ISBN 978-1-4488-5197-3 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5232-1 ; ISBN 978-1-4488-5434-9 . LC 2011000161. ea vol: illus. by David West. 32p. (Monster Fight Club Series). glossary. index. Websites. CIP. Rosen / PowerKids Pr. 2011. PLB $25.25; pap. $11.75; ebook $25.25. Gr 3-6 Gamers will gravitate to these books, which pair sets of monsters (defined loosely-subjects range from dinosaurs to outlaws) and pit them against each other in a fight. Each showdown includes profiles of the opponents and an action-packed description of their encounter. The format works surprisingly well, utilizing information from history and mythology in the profiles and in the circumstances of the fight. Since these big, visual volumes sit open nicely for kids to read together, they are ideal for browsers. "Make Your Own Fight" pages provide good suggestions for children who want to carry the games further.
Famous heroes from ancient myths are put to the test in this thrilling volume. Heroic figures, from Odysseus to Mulan, duke it out, while fascinating historical information is revealed. This fact-filled book explores the magical stories associated with each character, including their origins and greatest mythical feat. Exciting text and enthralling illustrations keep young readers interested.