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The hero Momotaro, the sun goddess Amaterasu, and the Buddha are important subjects of Japanese mythology. Japanese Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Japanese mythology, in addition to examining their influence today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Love and beauty reign supreme in empowering, high-interest narrative text telling the story of Greek mythology's Aphrodite. Core legends show Aphrodite's matchmaking as well as her own lovers among gods and mortals. Fascinating myths also uncover Aphrodite's past, detailing her creation and how she fits into the family of deities. Further explore Aphrodite's role in Greek culture through her signature powers, symbols, and attire. Additional facts and historical information connect the goddess's influence through popular culture today.
"Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the bulldog breed"--Unedited summary from book.
Presents the story of the Norse goddess of love Freya, including her role in Scandinavian culture, where she fits in a family of gods, and her continued influence through popular culture today.
Looks at how dogs are chosen to be part of the police force, the training they go through, and the type of work they do.
Goddess of the sky. The mother of mothers. The Eye of Ra. Goddess of beauty. The powerful goddess Hathor had many roles in Ancient Egypt. In this empowering and engaging narrative, learn about this Egyptian deity's past as the deadly Sekhmet and how she was reborn as the benevolent Hathor. Find out where she fits in a family of gods. Additional facts explore Hathor's role in Ancient Egyptian culture and how the goddess's influence appears in popular culture today.
Osiris, the god of the dead; the catlike goddess Bastet; and the imposing sphinx are well-known subjects of Egyptian mythology. Egyptian Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Egyptian mythology, in addition to examining their influence today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Always on the move, Debby Ryan’s childhood was spent living in Alabama to Texas to Germany and back to Texas. Intrigued by cheerleading, Debby’s family started a homeshool cheerleading league while in Germany. When Debby was around ten years old, her family moved back to Texas. Along with cheerleading, Debby discovered acting. After doing commercials and playing small roles, she landed a role on the television series The Suite Life on Deck. She went on to make movies with Disney, and in 2011 she premiered in her new Disney series, Jessie. She also loves to be involved in charity work. Not only can she act, but she can write and sing music, so keep an eye out for this bright young star with a promising future.
Take a trip back in time to the Jurassic Period to learn about stegosaurus! With its bony plates and sharp spikes, stegosaurus comes to life through immersive, vibrant images. Readers will be enticed to learn more about the dinosaurs' appearance, behaviour, and their prehistoric habitat. Realistic illustrations and easy-to-read text help any young reader find something to enjoy.
With razor-sharp interlocking teeth and powerful jaws, piranhas are built for making a quick kill. In just a few minutes, a group of hungry piranhas can strip prey down to its bones. Readers will learn about what makes piranhas such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these fearsome freshwater creatures.