The Bandit: A Greek Myth Retold

After Prometheus and his brother Epimetheus fill the world with living creatures, Epimetheus gives all the gifts to the animals and there is nothing left for man. Prometheus steals fire from Mount Olympus to give to mankind and incurs the wrath of Zeus and the other gods. This humorous version of the Greek creation myth told in a combination of prose and verse, will delight kids of all ages. The engaging and colorful artwork delights students in grades 1-3 while the subject matter and Higher Order Thinking Questions make this selection enjoyable for grades 4 and up. Based on the Science of Reading, it was designed to complement any reading program where students are working on closed vowel sounds and consonant blends.