Kathryn S. Renta
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Zeus's son Perseus has no wedding gift for King Polydectes so he offers to bring the king what he most desires. King Polydectes asks for the head of the gorgon Medusa. A dangerous request, as whomever looks at Medusa turns to stone. Perseus gets a reflective shield from Athena and the helmet of invisibility, a sword, and winged sandals from Hermes to aid his quest. Will these be enough to conquer the gorgon?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Jason is of noble birth. His father is Aeson, the rightful king of Iolcos. But he is denied the throne by his uncle Pelias. Pelias offers to step aside if Jason brings him the Golden Fleece. Will Pelias honor his side of the bargain?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Achilles is his father's sixth son. His five brothers all died as infants. To protect Achilles from the same fate, his mother Thetis dips him into the River Styx. When Greece attacks Troy, Achilles joins the fight. Will his mother's treatment keep him from harm?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Poseidon helps Minos become King of Crete and Minos agrees to sacrifice a white bull in his honor. When Minos reneges on the deal, Poseidon teams up with Eros to deceive Minos's wife Pasiphae, who then gives birth to a Minotaur. Minos imprisons the beast in a labyrinth.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The gods on Mount Olympus are bored. So Zeus's son Hephaestus populates the earth with men and animals for their amusement. Zeus then asks Hephaestus to create a woman, whom Zeus names Pandora. When Pandora marries, Zeus gives her a jar and tells her not to open it until he says so. Can Pandora follow Zeus's instructions, or will curiosity get the best of her?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Atlas loses a battle with Zeus, he is exiled to Tartarus. But Atlas escapes to live among the Mauri, where he becomes very successful. But Zeus finds out and punishes Atlas by forcing him to hold the heavens away from the earth. Will Atlas bear this weight forever? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
7) Brain blitz
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Tony Andia is the Peabody football team's starting quarterback. After he hits the ground hard during a game he just isn't himself. His friend Artie thinks Tony might have a concussion. Artie thinks he should tell Coach Joh. But should he get involved?"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Lucy Andia is an award-winning volleyball player. She tries out for the Peabody team sure she'll be the star. But when other girls have greater talent, Lucy has to change positions. Can Lucy embrace her new role on the team?" --
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Terence and David are competitive snowboarders. David is more laid back, he wants to have fun! But Terence won't be happy until he wins the gold. They head to an abandoned ski resort for some secret practice. Terence refuses to quit until he nails his trick, and the motion causes an avalanche. Can they survive?
10) In the zone
Author
Series
Get in the game) volume set 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Pitcher Tony Andia uses the strong arm and tenacity that makes him Peabody's star quarterback to excel on the baseball field. But when he thinks an opposing player has disrespected him, he loses his cool... and the game! Was Tony right about the dis? Or were cultural differences in play?
Author
Series
Get in the game) volume set 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Keith Evans is Peabody's backup quarterback. But his head is not in the game. He wants to see more action! When Coach Joh suggests he move to a defensive position, Keith is wary. Isn't the action on the offensive side of the ball? Can Keith redirect his offensive mind-set to achieve defensive dominance?" --
12) Tryout trouble
Author
Series
Get in the game) volume set 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Katie Flanagan is a star striker on Peabody's soccer team. Her strength is in her legs! When she tries out for the basketball team, she finds that her upper body is not as strong. Then Katie is bullied by another girl for her performance. Can Katie balance her strengths and weaknesses to find success? And are good teams made of only the best players?" --
13) Back-up plan
Author
Series
Get in the game) volume set 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Artie Lieberman is most comfortable in the broadcast booth. He loves announcing games! But when the goaltender for Peabody's hockey team is injured, Artie volunteers to be the substitute. Coach Walters is not sure, since Artie only plays recreational hockey. Will Artie's size be a problem? And can he make the leap from rec league to competitive hockey?" --
14) Double trouble
Author
Series
Get in the game) volume set 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Isabella Clemente plays second base on Peabody's softball team. The team has won two championships in a row! But this season the team is faltering. When Isabella lashes out at her teammates, Coach Dawson points out that it is easy to be a good sport on a winning team. Can Isabella support her team when its season will be a losing one? What does she truly value?" --
15) Taking flight
Author
Series
Get in the game) volume set 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Lucy Andia competes on Peabody's gymnastics team. She excels at floor exercise, but Coach Dawson moves her to uneven bars. Lucy is used to being on the floor. The high bar is more than eight feet off the ground! After numerous falls, Lucy is too scared to continue. Will Lucy quit the team? How can she overcome her fear of falling?" --
16) Island endurance
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kayden's father owns a famous resort in the Florida Keys. Merissa works at the resort to fund her education. Kayden is a bit self-centered and does not treat the resort's employees with much respect. Then an unexpected storm strands Kayden and Marissa on a deserted island. Can they survive?
17) Forest fortitude
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Jason's totally wired. An online gamer, he's always on his phone and posts everything to social media. When he arrives at Camp Elphick, he lets everyone know he's not interested in nature. But then he and his safety partner Ezra fall in a river attempting to take a selfie then end up lost in the woods. Can they survive?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Rob and Lillian's families have vacationed together for years. This year they are on an ATV tour in the desert. When they find an abandoned mine they decide to ride in and explore. But then a cave in blocks the way out, leaving them trapped. Can they survive?