Book Series · 7 Books

Mini Myths Books

In order from Play Nice, Hercules! to Good Job, Athena!.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$674

Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2014

Play Nice, Hercules!

By Joan Holub, Leslie Patricelli (Illustrator)

A young Hercules must mend his mistake after toppling his sister's tower. Can he win her forgiveness?

24 pages

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Summary: Young Hercules loves showing off his strength, but when he accidentally demolishes his sister's block tower, he faces a new challenge: making amends. As he learns to use his powers for good, will he earn her forgiveness? This playful tale intertwines a modern sibling story with echoes of the legendary Hercules' Twelve Labors, offering a humorous and heartwarming lesson in strength and redemption. Discover how Hercules and his sister redefine what it means to be strong in this delightful adventure.

The complete set

Mini Myths Series

7 books · Published 2014–2016

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$674

Play Nice, Hercules!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2014

A young Hercules must mend his mistake after toppling his sister's tower. Can he win her forgiveness?

Sale price

$674

Be Patient, Pandora!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2014

Curiosity leads to chaos when a forbidden box is opened.

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$674

Make a Wish, Midas!

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2015

Midas learns that too much yellow can turn his world upside down.

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$674

Brush Your Hair, Medusa!

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2015

Medusa's hair rebellion leads to a surprising solution. Will a haircut tame her wild locks?

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$674

Be Careful, Icarus!

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2015

A kite flies too high, leading to unexpected trouble.

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$674

Good Job, Athena!

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2016

Arachne takes credit for Athena's work. Can she face the truth?

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$674

Don't Get Lost, Odysseus!

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2016

A boy's adventure turns to panic when he loses sight of his mom in a mall.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Mini Myths series?

There are 7 books in the Mini Myths series. It began with Play Nice, Hercules! in 2014, and the newest book, Good Job, Athena!, was published in 2016.