The Hero and the Minotaur: The Fantastic Adventures of Theseus cover

The Hero and the Minotaur: The Fantastic Adventures of Theseus

Author: Byrd, Robert

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 5.9
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 3121
Points per Word 0.00016
Page Count 40
Points per Page 0.0125

Description

Join Theseus as he solves the mystery of his birth, vanquishes a colorful cast of robbers, and volunteers to slay the frightful half-bull, half-man devouring the children of Athens.

Quick Summary

This book takes an ancient Greek hero and transforms him into a daring kid who outsmarts dangerous robbers, uncovers his true identity, and heads straight into a monster's labyrinth. Young readers will cheer as Theseus battles sword-wielding bandits, solves puzzles about his mysterious past, and faces the terrifying Minotaur with nothing but courage and smarts. If your kid loves the action and humor of "Dragon Masters" or the Greek mythology retellings in "Percy Jackson" (but for younger readers), they'll be hooked. Perfect for kids in grades 2-4 who love brave heroes, quick-paced adventures, and stories about kids who save the day.