According to the Oxford American College Dictionary, here are some definitions:
Mythology is a collection of myths, esp. one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.
Myth is a traditional story, esp. one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon and typically involving supernatural beings or events.
Legend is a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated.
Folklore is the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth.
History is the study of past events, particularly in human affairs.
by Rita Jean Moran (www.thelibrarykids.com)
What would you do if you found a secret, magical library that allowed you to travel in time and anywhere around the world?
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