Julius Zebra: Grapple with the Greeks! by Gary Northfield
Published by Candlewick Press on June 8, 2021
ISBN: 1536215147
Pages: 320
Genres: Fantasy
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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Julius Zebra:  Grapple With the Greeks

 

What a fun way to learn about the ancient Greeks!  In this fourth book in the series of ancient civilizations, Julius Zebra and his friends are in for a series of adventures as they search for King Midas and a golden apple and Julius’s missing brother.  Each page has excellent drawings which totally fit with the text.  In the end there is a section explaining the planets, how to dress up as an ancient Greek, the art of Greece, and a Glossary including words from Hades to the Trojan horse to Zeus.  There is humor throughout and it is a very fast read.  The characters act goofy, which will draw in readers.  It will be popular with middle grade readers.

 

Reviewed by Ellen Spring, Oceanside High School, Rockland