Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
7.2
Points
1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
6925
Points per Word
0.000144
Page Count
43
Points per Page
0.023256
Series
Myths and Civilization
Description
Retold myths rediscover the many great civilizations of the Middle East.
Quick Summary
Journey into a world of powerful gods, fearless heroes, and monstrous beasts from one of humanity's earliest civilizations. Readers will devour tales of the legendary king Gilgamesh, the wrathful goddess Inanna, and the dramatic creation stories that shaped an entire region. If your kid loves the action and mythology in Percy Jackson, they'll be hooked on these ancient Mesopotamian stories. Perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who are curious about the roots of human storytelling.