Exploring Mount Olympus: Greece's Legendary Highest Peak (Curious Fox Books) For Kids Ages 9-13 - The 52 Peaks, Greek History, Climber Christos Kakkalos, and More (World's Greatest Mountains)
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The perfect way to introduce kids to Greece's highest peak — Mount Olympus! For kids in grades 4-8, a narrative non-fiction book to expand young minds Learn all about Mount Olympus, a 9,573 feet tall (or 2,918 meters) mountain in Greece on the border between the regions of Thessaly and Central Macedonia Meet the climbers and the locals, learn about the formation of the mountain, and see how to prepare for a climb Fun facts about the geography and environment of Olympus's 52 peaks, the Greek Pantheon, and the culture of the people of the mountain Includes chapter notes, further suggested reading, a glossary, and an index
Get a compelling look at Mount Olympus — the legendary mountain of Greek mythology!
Inside this book, kids ages 9 and up will learn all about the mountain, which has 52 peaks, and is located on the border between the regions of Thessaly and Central Macedonia in Greece. Learn about a Greek goat hunter, Christos Kakalos, and two Swiss photographers, Daniel Baud-Bovy and Frédéric Boissonnas, who were the first climbers to ever reach the highest peak of Mount Olympus, called Mytikas (that means "nose"!), on August 2, 1913.
You'll also learn fun facts about the mountain geography and environment of Olympus's peaks, the Greek Pantheon, the people who live on the mountain, and where the name "Olympus" came from. Learn what plants and animals populate this beautiful mountain, and why people are compelled to climb it. Discover the rich history of Greece, the names of the Greek and Roman Gods that were thought to have inhabited Mount Olympus, and the deep culture around the mountain that still pervades in Greece today.
Featuring historical and contemporary photos, chapter notes, suggested reading for eager minds to learn more, and fascinating facts, Exploring Mount Olympus will keep kids engaged while they develop a love and respect for mountains and nature!
Get a compelling look at Mount Olympus — the legendary mountain of Greek mythology!
Inside this book, kids ages 9 and up will learn all about the mountain, which has 52 peaks, and is located on the border between the regions of Thessaly and Central Macedonia in Greece. Learn about a Greek goat hunter, Christos Kakalos, and two Swiss photographers, Daniel Baud-Bovy and Frédéric Boissonnas, who were the first climbers to ever reach the highest peak of Mount Olympus, called Mytikas (that means "nose"!), on August 2, 1913.
You'll also learn fun facts about the mountain geography and environment of Olympus's peaks, the Greek Pantheon, the people who live on the mountain, and where the name "Olympus" came from. Learn what plants and animals populate this beautiful mountain, and why people are compelled to climb it. Discover the rich history of Greece, the names of the Greek and Roman Gods that were thought to have inhabited Mount Olympus, and the deep culture around the mountain that still pervades in Greece today.
Featuring historical and contemporary photos, chapter notes, suggested reading for eager minds to learn more, and fascinating facts, Exploring Mount Olympus will keep kids engaged while they develop a love and respect for mountains and nature!
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