The Iliad and the Trojan War Classroom Edition: Homer's Epic Adapted for Young Readers, with Student Activities and Teacher Guidance - Paperback

by Frances Bianchi (Author), Mara Seronda (Illustrator)

A fully illustrated classroom teaching edition of Homer's The Iliad, designed to help educators introduce one of the world's greatest epics to young readers.

This revised Second Edition presents a clear and engaging retelling of the Trojan War adapted specifically for classroom use. Written in accessible American English and structured in short, carefully paced chapters, the book preserves the emotional depth and epic spirit of Homer's original story while making it approachable for modern students.

Rather than offering a simple summary, this edition presents a complete narrative retelling inspired by *The Iliad*, guiding readers through the full arc of the Trojan War-from the first spark of conflict to the strategies that ultimately sealed Troy's fate. Themes of honor, courage, pride, loss, and compassion are explored through a clear narrative designed for readers aged 10 to 15.

This Classroom Edition is intended for teachers and educators and is designed to be used alongside the companion reading volume:

The Iliad: An Illustrated Retelling of the Trojan War for Young Readers

ISBN: 9791399178951

While students may read the companion edition independently, this Classroom Edition provides additional educational support, including comprehension questions, discussion prompts, creative activities, and vocabulary development exercises following each chapter.

Ideal for upper elementary and middle school classrooms, homeschool environments, reading groups, and educators introducing classical literature for the first time.

The book features black-and-white illustrations throughout and a practical format designed for classroom use, libraries, and educational programs.