Myths for kids

August 16, 2015 2:21 PM

I want to introduce my four year old to (origin) myths from around the globe. Looking for a charmingly illustrated book, It doesn't have to be comprehensive (of course) but should have a decent international spread. Does this exist?
posted by Omnomnom to Grab Bag (6 answers total)

In The Beginning. It doesn't have a lot of illustrations, but the ones that it has are lovely watercolors. It is a Newberry Honor Book as well.
posted by NoraCharles at 2:49 PM on August 16, 2015 [4 favorites]

D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths, D'Aulaires Book of Norse Myths. Not comprehensive in terms of international scope, but absolutely gorgeous, and sure to ignite a lifelong fascination with mythology. Children's librarian here, and mom to a mythology-obsessed youngster.
posted by guinea_pig_club at 3:13 PM on August 16, 2015 [6 favorites]

Seconding D'Aulaires, even though they don't quite meet your specifications. I had both of the ones guinea_pig_club mentioned (and still do!) and read them endlessly as a kid.
posted by miratime at 4:21 PM on August 16, 2015 [1 favorite]

We have enjoyed Usborne's myth and legends books.
posted by dawkins_7 at 8:26 PM on August 16, 2015

Librarians at your awesome local libraries shall be delighted to help you and your little one! Loads of surely amazing stuff among which your kid can pick from, and more importantly develop the mindset and habit of routinely navigating robust amounts of comprehensive resources with ease and discernment.

Support your local libraries!
posted by pos at 6:24 AM on August 17, 2015

Thanks everyone. Good answers.
Pos: how should i approach my local (actually his local) library? It's in Brisbane, Australia. Locality called 'The Gap' actually.
posted by esto-again at 7:24 AM on November 5, 2015