Lexi and Hippocrates: Find Trouble at the Olympics

by Marian Keen, Jodie Dias (Illustrator), Sublim (Illustrator)

Overview

According to myth, cats have nine lives, and Alexander Catt II (also known as Lexi) has spent his former lives with scientists of medicine throughout history. In these adventures, Lexi witnesses medical breakthroughs and discoveries, and learns the value of hard word and integrity. In Lexi and Hippocrates Find Trouble at the Olympics, Lexi lives Ancient Greece, where he meets Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine. With companions Theo and his hound dog Cerberus, Lexi and Hippocrates travel to Olympia for the ancient Olympic Games. Together, Lexi and Hippocrates uncover treachery and help preserve the Olympic ideal of fair play.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781988220123
Publisher:	Keen Ideas Publishing
Publication date:	12/29/2017
Series:	Lexi Catt's Meowmoirs-Tales of Heroic Scientists
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	10 MB
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Marian Keen, B.S. in Education, Central Connecticut State University, has been writing in a variety of genres since the early 1980s. Marian majored in middle-grade education, and taught grades five and six. In Lexi Catt's Meowmoirs-Tales of Heroic Scientists, the talented feline Lexi shares his adventures with heroes who have made discoveries in the fields of science and medicine, including those from ancient Egypt, one of the earliest civilizations to practice medicine. Marian's full list of works can be found at megsbooks.com and Amazon.com.
Jodie Dias, BA, Art History, University of British Columbia, is a children's illustrator, painter, designer, and photographer. Her whimsical style brings life to Lexi Catt's Meowmoirs-Tales of Heroic Scientists. In the Lexi Series, Jodie's playful imagery is set in historically accurate settings. She was production manager for the children's animated movie, Legend of the Candy Cane; partner and graphic designer with Keen Designs; and a commissioned portrait artist.
Wendy Weston, BFA, University of Victoria, is a visual artist, designer, wood-block print-maker, watercolour painter, and professional photographer with superb production and finishing techniques. Her works have been shown in many Vancouver-area galleries; she was a partner and designer with Keen Designs; she is a commissioned artist; and she currently works at Langara College.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations    
Lexi Catt’s Meowmoirs    

Chapter One: Pythia’s Prophesy    1
Chapter Two: Hippocrates Advises    7
Chapter Three: A Twist of Fate    15
Chapter Four: To Olympia!    19
Chapter Five: The Oath    23
Chapter Six: The Oath is Broken    35
Chapter Seven: The Pentathlon    41
Chapter Eight: The Games End    49
Chapter Nine: Theo Decides    53
The Hippocratic Oath    54

Pawscript    56
Glossary    57
Important Dates    63
Important People    64
Author’s Note to Parents and Teachers    65
Why is Hippocrates Considered the Father of Medicine?    67
What is the Connection Between the Ancient and Modern Olympics?    70
Why did the Ancient Olympics Cease?    72
How did the Modern Olympics Begin?    74
What are the Traditions, Ceremonies, and Ideals of the Olympics?    76
Bibliography    78

Lexi and Imhotep to the Rescue - A Preview    81
About the Author    90
About the Illustrators    91
 

Editorial Reviews

"Marian Keen creates a wonderful story of fiction and history that will leave any young reader spellbound and wanting to learn more about Ancient Greece ... This story would be an excellent addition to any classroom curriculum."
Lauren Binnendyk, PhD, BCBA
"Marian Keen's adventure captures Ancient Greece in a fresh and intriguing manner than elementary and middle school students (and their teachers!) will adore. Lexi and his friends find action around every corner, and there is so much for the reader to learn as they go. The characters are engaging, and the historical settings are inspiring and true to the spirit of the times."
Laura Pearson, Teacher Librarian, École Elémentaire William Bridge Elementary School, Richmond, Canada

From the Publisher

"Marian Keen creates a wonderful story of fiction and history that will leave any young reader spellbound and wanting to learn more about Ancient Greece, Hippocrates and the history of the Olympics…This story would be an excellent addition to any classroom curriculum."

Testimonial - Lauren Binnendyk

"Marian Keen’s adventure captures Ancient Greece in a fresh and intriguing manner that elementary and middle school students (and their teachers!) will adore. Lexi and his friends find action around every corner, and there is so much for the reader to learn as they go. The characters are engaging, and the historical settings are inspiring and true to the spirit of the times."

Testimonial - Laura Pearson