Surprise, Trojans!
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Surprise, Trojans!

Written by Joan Holub · Illustrated by Dani Jones

A wooden horse hides a secret that could change the war's outcome.

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32 pages· 613 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 540L
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Bookroo's summary

In the midst of the Trojan War, the Trojans receive a massive wooden horse from the Greeks, believing it signals victory. As they celebrate, unaware of the hidden Greek soldiers inside, suspense builds. Will this gift bring peace or peril? Dive into this retelling of the Trojan Horse myth, where deception and strategy collide, offering young readers an engaging introduction to ancient tales.

From the publisher

Rediscover the story of the Trojan Horse in this beautifully illustrated Level 2 Ready-to-Read retelling of the myth, from Goddess Girls author Joan Holub! During the Trojan War, the Trojans receive the gift of a huge wooden horse from the Greeks. Thinking the gift means that they have won the war, the Trojans celebrate. But what they don’t realize is that Greek soldiers are hidden inside the huge horse…waiting to attack! This Ready-to-Read retelling of the myth of the Trojan Horse is a perfect introduction to mythology for beginning readers.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
613
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
540L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
170886
Publication
Published
November 11, 2014
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781481420877

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