Persephone: A Greek Myth

Myth (fiction), 511 words, Level N (Grade 2)

Myths are traditional stories used to explain natural or social phenomena. Persephone: a Greek Myth uses the story of a young goddess who is dragged into the underworld and her mother's ensuing grief to explain the origin of the seasons. The book can also be used to teach students to compare and contrast information in a story and to identify synonyms and antonyms.