Myths and Legends Day ActivityĬan you find the twenty-one words associated with Norse mythology in this printable puzzle? To view a portfolio of work by Torstein Nordstrand visit his website. The book is a must for school and public libraries and would be a favorite on home bookshelves to dip into again and again. T is for Thor would be a superb book for any fan of mythology and a valuable resource for English and literature classes for all ages. Ethereal and gripping, each illustration holds intriguing details readers won’t want to miss. Mist and fire provide backdrops to the dramatic scenes where the lives of these mythical beings clashed with swords and spears or turned on a whim or through trickery. Torstein Nordstrand’s majestic paintings of mystical worlds and golden halls, powerful gods and goddesses, and imposing giants are each showstoppers that will mesmerize readers. Loh-Hagan’s conversational and riveting storytelling will keep. Her rhyming verses that accompany each letter succinctly define each letter’s keyword and are engaging introductions to the longer text. The intricate relationships and interwoven storylines of Norse mythology are clearly explained and connected in Virginia Loh-Hagan’s detailed paragraphs that are just the right length to spark an ongoing interest in these legends for kids and adults, who may not be familiar with the stories. Image copyright Torstein Nordstrand, 2020, text copyright Virginia Loh-Hagan, 2020. From Asgard-“filled with fields of green and castles of gold, / Asgard was home to the strong and the bold.”-to Zest-“Two humans named Life and Life’s Zest / hid in the world tree, safe from the rest.”-readers gain and in-depth knowledge of and appreciation for the beings, gods, giants, creatures, humans, landmarks, weapons, and events that make up these fascinating tales. In T is for Thor the twenty-six letters of the alphabet serve as a portal to this mystical world and its inhabitants.
Knowing Norse legends, the world, the characters, and the conflicts is not only exciting, but can inform and deepen your understanding of allusions found throughout literature and other arts. Today’s book is a great place to start! T is for Thor: A Norse Mythology Alphabet Written by Virginia Loh-Hagan | Illustrated by Torstein Nordstrandįrom stories to poetry, movies to art to video games, Norse mythology captures the imaginations of kids and adults. To take part, read about your favorite legends or discover new ones. Today’s holiday celebrates these stories and their long history. Created to explain natural phenomena, to entertain, or to inspire, myths have been passed down from every culture and now reside in our collective consciousness. Myths and legends have been part of human history since the beginning of time.
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