Connolly, Kieron.
Summary: Explains numerous mythical creatures and where in the world the myth was created.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.24 CONSummary: This book features ancient legends and folklore, mythological monsters, media monsters, and modern monsters. The book is illustrated throughout with stunning full-color artwork. Includes maps and information boxes describing the background to the myth that created the monster.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tangerine Press 2006
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Summary: "It is said that there are some special animals occasionally born with great powers. Senzou the black fox is one of those ... but instead of using his powers for good, he abused his strength until the Sun Goddess imprisoned him for his bad behavior. Three hundred years later, he's finally been released, but only on one condition-- he can't have any of his abilities back until he successfully...
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Publisher / Publication Date: TokyoPop Inc. 2020
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Summary: "Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully illustrated compendium for kids aged 7 to 9. You'll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2020
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Summary: "100 facts about real-life amazing animals and the myths, legends, and fantastic creatures they inspired"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2022
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE DRIAdams, Tom
Summary: "A captivating new gift book featuring over 100 real-life mysteries that might just give you goosebumps! Does the Loch Ness monster really exist? Whatever happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste? And where exactly are the Hanging Gardens of Babylon? Get ready to be amazed as you uncover the world's greatest mysteries, from Bigfoot to the Bermuda Triangle. Including alien abductions, haunted...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nosy Crow 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.94 ADAPamment, Jason
Summary: "Fitting in can be hard, especially when you're as small as Ember, a tiny boy living alone in a city of giants. But Ember's luck changes when he meets Lua, a kindly sea turtle, who escorts him across the ocean to a school for little creatures on a wondrous island...As he struggles to adapt to this new world, Ember finds himself at the heart of an otherworldly mystery, facing a strange monster...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper Alley, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 PAMCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in New Youth Materials, Call number: J 741.5 PAMOkupe, Roye
Summary: Iyanu, a teenage orphan with no recollection of her past, suddenly discovers that she has abilities that rival the ancient deities spoken of in the folklore of her people. It is these abilities that are the key to bringing back an "age of wonders," as Iyanu begins her journey to save a world on the brink of destruction! The Corrupt--cursed wildfire and strange, divine beasts--are determined to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2021
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 IYATurner, Tracey
Summary: "Wings takes readers on a fact-packed flight over a fascinating subject. Written by Tracey Turner, it offers a bird's-eye view of the first airplanes, the fastest jet planes, beetles, birds, winged horses, flying dragons--even winged unicorns. There's fun, easy-to-read information on wings of all kinds, including plenty of STEM material, presented in a mixture of text and speech bubbles that's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kingfisher 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.47 TURMonsef, Kiyash
Summary: When fifteen-year-old Iranian American Marjan discovers her murdered father was secretly a veterinarian to magical creatures, she realizes she must take up his mantle, despite the many dangers.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC MONFrigiola, Heather
Summary: Mythical creatures are cultural artifacts--creations of the human imagination from all around the world. From terrifying monsters to sacred mystical beasts, weird-looking humanoids, magical birds, and many other fantastic beings, the mythological creatures in this book are sure to enchant and amaze! Discover myths and legends spanning from ancient times to modern day from every corner of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Red Feather 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 398.2 FRIDouyé, Sylvia
Summary: For as long as she can remember, Sorceline has had a knack for the study of mythical creatures. Now a student at Professor Archibald Balzar's prestigious school of cryptozoology, she's eager to test her skills and earn a spot as one of Balzar's apprentices. But for all her knowledge of gorgons, vampires, and griffins, Sorceline is mystified by her fellow humans. While she excels in her studies,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Andrews McMeel Publishing 2022
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1 available in JT Series, Call number: JT Sereis DouyeLawrence, Sandra
Summary: A whimsical and imaginative catalog of fantastical beasts and creatures of myth and legend from around the world-complete with a code that needs cracking to uncover the mystery of the monster atlas! -- amazon.com
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Publisher / Publication Date: Running Press Kids 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.24 LAWJohnson, Hal
Summary: Profiles twenty-five monsters from mythology, folklore, and literature, from Medusa the gorgon and Polyphemus the cyclops to Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and the headless horseman of Sleepy Hollow.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Workman Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.944 JOHDraconis, Curatoria
Summary: With dragon numbers in rapid decline, time is running out to ensure the survival of the species. Curatoria Draconis, also known as the Dragon Protector, is on a mission to find the rarest dragon on Earth: the Chinese Celestial Dragon. Aboard the Dragon Ark, you’ll travel all over the globe and see some of the most incredible dragons—care for Deep-Sea Dragons off the coast of New Zealand,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Magic Cat Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Oversize, Call number: J FIC DRALoh-Hagan, Virginia
Summary: "Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. In Dragons you'll learn more about these creepy creatures. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2017
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Summary: Investigate haunted castles, spooky forests, and even outer space with a monster-revealing magic lens in this striking and unusual book. Kids' favorite monsters are hidden inside each page waiting to jump out when the magic lens is held over them. Mythological creatures, ghostly spirits, and monsters from movies and fiction all make an appearance.
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Publisher / Publication Date: What on Earth 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 POTDudley, William
Summary: Investigates the history of the belief in unicorns, looking at the evidence and anecdotes that have historically been presented as proof of their existence, as well as recent theories by experts on what that evidence means.
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Publisher / Publication Date: ReferencePoint Press 2008
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 398 DUDLoh-Hagan, Virginia
Summary: "Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. In Unicorns you'll learn more about these fascinating creatures. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398 LOHArnosky, Jim.
Summary: Looks at mysterious creatures from legend, natural history, and controversial contemporary sightings.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hyperion 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Animals ArnoskyHunter, Nick
Summary: The Yeti, or Abominable Snowman, is a famous beast who has prompted many expeditions and searches to find him. In this fascinating book, a mysterious figure called the Mystery Master sets you the challenge of investigating all the myths and sightings surrounding the legendary Yeti and encourages you to analyse the information that you have gathered. Once you have read the information in this...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Heinemann Raintree, a Capstone imprint 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.9 HUNSummary: "A guide to Disney's myriad of mythical creatures--from dragons to fairies to mermaids and more--plus stories about their worlds! Can you name all of Ariel's sisters from The Little Mermaid? Or know the mythical monsters battled in Hercules? And what's the difference between the fairies who help Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella's Fairy Godmother? This hardcover book features mini biographies, fun...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2021
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1 available in Kids' Favorite Characters, Call number: JE DISNagle, Jeanne.
Summary: Hear "abominable" and you may well think disgusting, detestable, disagreeable. Hear "snowman" and you think adorable. But put the two words together--Abominable Snowman--and you get a mystery. In this page-turner, students will read about people who claim to have seen the creature--even to have preserved body parts. Yikes. Other people and groups included in this book aim to debunk what they...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Publishing 2014
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Summary: "When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House Super Edition #2: Night of the Nine Dragons, they had lots of questions. What do tales about dragons have in common? Are mermaids real? How do unicorns use their horns? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts about their favorite creatures from myths and legends. And just what...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2016