Karen Kilpatrick

Hercules's Task: A Story about Teamwork - School of Greatness Karen Kilpatrick New edition

Welcome to the School of Greatness,
where everyone can learn

to lead with both their heads and hearts, and greatness they will earn!



The School of Greatness mascot is missing! When Hercules volunteers to find him and return him to his cave, things don't go exactly as planned. Will the headstrong Hercules learn a little something about teamwork along the way and successfully complete his task?


The School of Greatness is where children will learn important character concepts and lessons through the kid-friendly versions of the legends and heroes of Greek mythology. From the award-winning creative team behind the When Pencil Met series, School of Greatness is perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and caregivers to introduce elements of Greek mythology with important lessons woven throughout each engaging story. Plus, kids can take a teamwork pledge at the end of the book!


Kids will take a journey of imagination and growth as they learn about:
Working together to accomplish goals
What it means to be a good teammate

Important social skills

Hercules's Task from the School of Greatness series is a fun, read-aloud picture book perfect for:
Kids ages 5 and up

Social and emotional learning (SEL) curriculum or for anyone wanting to teach character through an imaginative take on Greek mythology and engaging stories

Parents, librarians, teachers, and classroom story times for elementary school students
Fans of The Magic School Bus