A troubled 12 year-old learning Greek mythology sounds pretty boring right? Well it's not. Dyslexic Percy Jackson, also diagnosed with ADD, finds that Greek mythology isn't just made up stories. They're actually true and he has to remember them well if he wants to survive. Especially since Zeus thinks Percy is the one who stole Zeus's lighting bolt! On his quest to find the lighting bolt and to rescue a loved one, Percy meets monsters like Minotaurs, furies, and Medusa who are all out to get him. If Percy fails his quest, then all hell will break loose and the world will come to an end. Yikes, talk about pressure. Hope you guys know Greek mythology well, if not, you can always learn it with Percy--that is, if he survives for long.
Review:
I loved the book because the author made Greek mythology contemporary. It's more relatable to tweens and what's important is that the lessons are still there. This book touches on issues like friendship, broken families, identity, and striving for goals despite the odds. The Lightning Thief also has great riddles/mysteries to keep a tween's mind engaged.
Riordan, R. (2006). The Lightning thief. New York: Hyperion Paperbacks for Children.
Ages: 9+
ISBN-13: 978-078683865-3
ISBN-10 078683865-5
Cover art link from http://www.rickriordan.com
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LOVE that book. Series, I mean. And the book is so much better than the movie.
ReplyDeleteA great book. This review would have really helped me in fifth grade. Also, this book was better than the movie.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely agree with finebyme. The book is way better than the movie. In fact, while watching the movie, I had a strong urge to scream, get up and storm out of the theater. HATE it that much.
ReplyDeleteThe book on the otherhand, is GREAT!! When I started reading the first book, I knew I had to read all of Riordan's other books in the series. I love the fact that it's magical and mythological AND it's a fast read--which is good for young readers.
I've since recommended this books for students of mine who are not the most avid readers.
I haven't seen the movie but I love this book. It's great for all ages!
ReplyDeletefinebyme, thanks for being the first person to comment on our blog. mbrown, you're not missing out on much by not watching the movie.
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