The Odyssey - Standard Edition

Author

Homer (adapted by Frances Bianchi & Mara Seronda)

Publisher

 Ollada de Tinta

Edition

Third Edition – December 2025

Format

Paperback (Color Interior), Illustrated

118 pages

ISBN

979-13-991789-2-0

Language

American English (US spelling and style)

Recommended Age Range

Ages 9–14

This age range reflects the balance between accessible narrative language and the emotional and thematic depth of the story, allowing the book to be used flexibly across upper elementary and middle school settings.

• Younger readers (ages 9–11):
  The book is suitable for independent reading by confident readers or for shared reading with teacher or adult guidance. Short chapters, clear syntax, and a linear narrative structure support comprehension and sustained engagement.

• Older readers (ages 12–14):
  Students are typically able to read independently and engage more critically with character motivations, moral choices, and cause-and-effect relationships. At these ages, readers can reflect more deeply on themes such as perseverance, responsibility, loyalty, leadership, and the meaning of home.

Recommended Grade Levels (USA)

Grades 4–8
Ideal for Grades 5–7

• Upper Elementary and Middle School use

• Independent reading and literature units

• Classroom or home use with optional instructional support

Reading Level & Accessibility

• Middle Grade / Standard Literary Adaptation

• Clear, age-appropriate prose

• Short, manageable chapters

• Designed for:

• Independent reading

• Shared reading at home or in class

• Developing readers

• ESL and bilingual learners (with support)

Educational Value

This Standard Edition focuses on storytelling and reading enjoyment, while still offering meaningful educational depth.

The adaptation introduces young readers to:

• Epic narrative structure

• Classical mythology and ancient Greek culture

• Character development and moral choice

• Themes of perseverance, leadership, loss, and homecoming

Curriculum Applications

Suitable for:

• Upper Elementary ELA curriculum

• Classical literature adaptations

• Greek mythology units

• Independent reading projects

• Family reading and homeschool settings

Educational Focus Areas

• Epic narrative structure

• Character development and leadership

• Cause and consequence in storytelling

• Moral choice and responsibility

• Perseverance, loyalty, and identity

• Cultural foundations of Western literature

Content Considerations

• Mythological danger and conflict (non-graphic)

• Themes of loss, temptation, consequence, and perseverance

• No explicit content

• Age-appropriate treatment throughout

Supplementary Materials

• This edition includes access to additional educational support materials via a QR code and the publisher’s website.

• The downloadable resource provides the same instructional content featured in the Classroom Edition, offered separately to support guided reading, discussion, and educational use without altering the structure of the book itself.

Classification Summary

• Genre: Literary adaptation / Classical mythology

• Audience: Upper Elementary readers

• Primary Use: Independent and shared reading

• Secondary Use: Classroom support with optional supplementary materials

• Adoption-Friendly: Yes

• Reader-Ready: Yes