Classic Myths

"Classic Myths" by Mary Catherine Judd is a collection of ancient myths retold so young readers can enjoy them. The book shares stories from different cultures like Greek, Norse, and Roman, teaching children where our ancestors’ stories came from and how these stories explain how the world came to be. Readers meet characters like Phaeton, who makes a dangerous choice trying to prove himself, and gods like Woden and goddesses like Diana. The author sets the stage by explaining why these myths are important, showing how they connect us to nature and the universe. The book starts with the story of Phaeton and then moves on to other stories about gods, goddesses, and heroes, connecting the stories to natural elements.