Describes the defining characteristics of a myth, discusses where myths come from, why people tell myths, and what role myths play in various cultures, recounts popular myths, and explains how to write a myth. Interest Level: 3-6 Reading Level: 5.3 ATOS Book Level: 5 AR Interest Level: MG AR Points: 1 AR Quiz: 149132EN Lexile Measure: 730 Guided Reading Level: P.