Relates the exploits of Athena and her importance in Greek mythology, including her connection to such figures as Jason and Odysseus, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.

Young Athena is carried by a storm to Mount Olympus, where she follows the Hello Brick Road toward Sparkle City hoping Zeus will help her get home.

Surveys classical mythology, discussing the relationship between Greek and Roman myths, and describes the birth and life of the goddess Athena.

Introduces the Greek goddess Athena and explains her importance; features well-known Greek myths about this god; and includes map of ancient Greece and family tree of the Greek gods.

In this ninth "Little Goddess Girls" story, young readers can join little Athena as she embarks on a wonderful seafaring adventure.

"Athena isn't the only new kid at Mount Olympus! When a mortal named Heracles transfers to the Academy, Athena understands what he's going through. She started there a few months ago herself. Not only does Heracles need help fitting in, he also has to complete twelve 'labors' or be kicked out of school!"--P. [4] of cover.

Two quests down, one to go! Then hopefully, King Eurystheus will finally forgive Hercules and not declare war on Mount Olympus. Zeus and hercules have acquired the Amazon warrior queen's golden belt and the Hydra's scale. all that's left is to bring Cerberus, the three-headed guardian of the Underworld--gulp!--to King Eurystheus. Hopefully, Athena can get Hades to loan them Cerbrus until the quest is completed. But when the trio arrives at the Underworld,...

"After Athena ties Arachne's shoes for her, Arachne takes the credit for Athena's hard work. But when their friends ask Arachne to teach them how to tie their shoes, Arachne must admit the truth. So Athena comes to the rescue and teaches everybody this important skill. All is forgiven, and the girls are friends again. Includes a summary of the original Arachne myth"--