Doris Gates

Ten-year-old orphaned Kate, who knows herself to be a very sensible child, longs to be cute and pretty. When she comes to live with new foster parents and meets a friendly young artist couple who recognize her qualities, Kate begins to change her goals.

The drama and elegance of the ancient Greek myths are recaptured in this series by award-winning author and story teller Doris Gates. Here we meet the legendary gods and goddesses whose exploits, whether brave and strong or proud and foolish, lead the reader from one adventure-filled tale to the next. Retells the Greek myths in which Athena plays a major role, including those of Perseus, the Golden Fleece, and Arachne.

A retelling of the myths in which Aphrodite and Demeter play major roles.

A retelling of the Greek myths centered around Zeus including the tales of Europa, King Minos, and others.

Retells the Greek myths in which Apollo plays a major role, including that of his birth and the tales of Daphne and Phaethon.

California sisters, eight and nine years old, enjoy a year that includes a trip to the coast in their father's Peerless, a visit to a crochety great uncle, and a ride behind a runaway horse.

A taciturn new ranch hand, a lost pipe, and two old neighbors are part of the mystery of cattle thievery that a twenty-year-old youth tries to solve while his parents are away.

Retells the events leading up to the Trojan War including Helen's capture by Paris and the sacrifice of Iphigenia at Aulis.

An undersized colt, son of a famous racer, has the potential to be a winner but is recognized only by his stable boy who trains to become a jockey and wins the right to ride his favorite to victory.

Even though 10-year-old Melinda fears riding, her father buys her a horse and it is only through her friendship with an elderly writer that Melinda overcomes her fear.

Twelve-year-old Melinda faces the difficult choice between keeping her beloved filly, Little Missy, or helping her parents through a family crisis.

Retells the exploits of the Greek demi-god Heracles, including the tales of his twelve labors.

Kung Shi Fair's wealthy father gives her everything she asks of him; but when she requests permission to marry, he learns too late the value of listening.

The Ginn Basic Readers Series 5th Reader: ''Trails to Treasure'' 1956 1st ed.

Mrs. Cary takes in a talking cat and a convalescing nephew who help find a hidden treasure in the attic and appreciate her for the remarkable woman she is.