Climo, S. (1995). Atatlanta’s Race: A Greek Myth. Illustrated by Alexander Koshkin. New York , NY: Clarion Books.
Brief Annotation: Atalanta was banished from her kingdom as a newborn and raised by a hunter. Her hunter father taught her how to hunt and be an Olympian. She became known for her foot races and was summons by the King, her father. Atalanta decided to remain in the kingdom, and was to be wed. She chose her husband by holding a competition. Whomever could outrun her would become her husband and those who lost would be beheaded. Her last component, Melanion, was visited by Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, and given three golden apples to help him win the race. He won the race, and became her husband, but neither Melanion or Atalanta were grateful to Aphrodite for bringing them together, so she turned them into a lion and lioness so they could spend their lives hunting, racing, and caring about games.
Genre: Myth
Grade Level: Grade 2- 6
Readers who will like this: Children who are interested in Greek Mythology, or are beginning to explore and show interest in the Gods.
Response/Rating (1-4): I would rate this book a 4. It gives specific information about Greek Mythology, while incorporating illustrations for young readers to look at and aid in their comprehension of the material.
One question you would ask before a read aloud: In looking at the cover of this book, what do you think Atalanta will be racing in this book?
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