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Encyclopedia Mythologica: Gods and Heroes Pop-Up (Encyclopedia Mythologica)
by
Matthew Reinhart (Goodreads Author),
Robert Sabuda
The creators of the New York Times best-selling Encyclopedia Prehistorica series offer a mythic look at the mysteries of the past with an entire pantheon of remarkable pop-ups.
For all of recorded history, humans have sought to understand Earth’s mysteries in the realm of the divine — and aspired to conduct themselves as heroes. Only gods, of course, could push the sun acro...more
For all of recorded history, humans have sought to understand Earth’s mysteries in the realm of the divine — and aspired to conduct themselves as heroes. Only gods, of course, could push the sun acro...more
Hardcover, 12 pages
Published
January 4th 2010
by Candlewick Press
(first published January 1st 2010)
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Publication: 2010
Grade/Age: Ages 5-12
Annotation: A pop-up book about gods and heroes from numerous countries and cultures, including, among others, ancient Egypt, Greece, and China.
Themes: Mythological figures from various cultures
Ways to use the book:
Children can make their own pop-up figures using printed cut-outs from the Robert Sabuda's or Candlewick Press' websites.
This book could be used to introduce the study of mythological creatures and legends.
Assign each student a constellation to res...more
Grade/Age: Ages 5-12
Annotation: A pop-up book about gods and heroes from numerous countries and cultures, including, among others, ancient Egypt, Greece, and China.
Themes: Mythological figures from various cultures
Ways to use the book:
Children can make their own pop-up figures using printed cut-outs from the Robert Sabuda's or Candlewick Press' websites.
This book could be used to introduce the study of mythological creatures and legends.
Assign each student a constellation to res...more
This is a book written in an encyclopedia format and takes the reader on a journey throughout the ancient world. From Europe to Africa, Asia, Oceania and Americas, the book explains the fascinating world of mythic deities and heroes.
The authors of this clever publication combined the text with complex pop-up art, consequently adding a third dimension to the story. Matthew Reinhart and Robert Sabuda’s text is rather short, precise and presented in a definition-like manner, but the pop-up panels...more
The authors of this clever publication combined the text with complex pop-up art, consequently adding a third dimension to the story. Matthew Reinhart and Robert Sabuda’s text is rather short, precise and presented in a definition-like manner, but the pop-up panels...more
May 05, 2010
Bonnie
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
art lovers, Harry
Recommended to Bonnie by:
Sweet Library
Ever since a child lit class I took in 1990, I have been the greatest lover of children's literature. Even though I had/have only one child, I own hundreds of children's books, and lament that I can't buy every one of quality that I come across. This one's one of the most beautiful and clever of pop-up books I have run across. I suggest this for any age person, particularly though, old enough to appreciate the book and treat it well (book suggest age 5 and up). Also a great book for kids studyin...more
You know those magical pop-up books you see in movies sometimes? The ones that are so elaborate and complex that they couldn’t possibly exist in real life? Yeah, well, so much for that. Matthew Reinhart and Robert Sabuda have created nothing short of magic with this three-book mythology-themed set. Each page has one large, impressive, center-piece pop-up that often extends far beyond the boundaries of the book. In addition to that there are little flaps on every page that lead to their own mini-...more
Mythological beasts, gods and heroes....and a pop-up book, besides! You can't go wrong with this combination, and Reinhart and Sabuda don't disappoint with this one. They go beyond the traditional Olympic tales to include other cultures; Japan, the Americas, and more. The illustrations and side matter add to the information in a way that is engaging and understandable...and don't forget the pop-ups! For grades 1-6
This is an amazing book; I liked the detail and illustrations in this book. Once I opened it I couldn’t put it down. The book is very intricate and it is one of the most innovate interactive popup book I have read. The author filled this book with interesting information about ancient heroes and mythical legends across the world. The book explores century’s old myths and legends from Ancient Egypt, Zeu’s Kingdom on Mount Olympus, the famous city covered in water Atlantis and it also ventures to...more
THIS IS AN AMAZING POP UP BOOK!!!
Not only is there an elaborate pop up in the middle of each page, there are smaller ones in the four corners of each page too!
Ingenuity has gone into the making of this book, not just in information but also in paper engineering =D
Not only is there an elaborate pop up in the middle of each page, there are smaller ones in the four corners of each page too!
Ingenuity has gone into the making of this book, not just in information but also in paper engineering =D
The detail of this pop-up book were really fantastic. I bought it for my kids because I couldn't resist but have to shelve it until they're old enough not to mangle it.
A bit text heavy for younger children... and that's generally the audience for pop-up books. Beautiful book but it appears to have been written for 10 and 11 year-olds.
My second time reading a pop up book. Well detailed facts and illustrations. Nice one. Got a deal on a local book sale. A perfect gift for my lil brother.
Beautiful, as always! My favorite page is either Pele or the Argo.
Children's Choice Book Awards Finalist: Third Grade to Fourth Grade Book of the Year
Unbelievable pop-ups!
Unbelievable pop-ups!
No doubt about it--the star of this book is Robert Sabuda's intricate popups of Mt. Olympus, Pele, and other mythological characters. Reinhart's brief retellings will intrigue readers and send them looking for detailed versions of these classic stories.
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Matthew Christian Reinhart was born September 21, 1971 to Gary and Judith Reinhart in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The son of a farmer, his father Gary joined the Navy and so the family moved around the country, from Florida to Texas to Illinois to California to Virginia and then South Carolina. Judith and Matthew followed along, and soon to be joined by his little sister, Erin.
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