Sea monsters, such as the Kraken and the Loch Ness Monster, are cryptids--creatures whose existence is not yet proven to be true. Cryptozoologists gather stories from folklore and investigate More →
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The legend of the unicorn is ancient. Cave paintings and stone carvings show one-horned creatures. Ancient travellers spread stories about the creature even though they had never seen one… More →
The information in this guide comes from folklore from different parts of the world where people once believed in vampires. Fascinating facts include how to tell if someone is a vampire,… More →
Stories about werewolves began in places where wolves were top predators. This fascinating guide outlines the facts about werewolves, including how to tell if someone is a werewolf, where in… More →
According to folklore, zombies are people that have been brought back from the dead. Not a ghost and not human, they are not the person they used to be. In this guide you'll find fascinating… More →
This up-to-date new book describes the alarming events of 2010 after an oil rig toppled over in the Gulf of Mexico releasing millions of gallons of oil into the water. The largest accidental… More →
This relevant title tackles a timely and controversial issue in an educated and sensitive way. While virtually everyone agrees gun violence is wrong, there is disagreement about the right way More →
Imagine yourself falling... falling... falling and never reaching the ground. Well that's exactly what our planet is doing, and it's taking you with it! Learn about all the disgusting and… More →
In the Olympics, gymnastics is a sport that tests an athlete's flexibility, balance, strength and even artistic ability. This introductory guide gives a brief outline of each of the Olympic… More →
Budding gymnasts will be attracted to the engaging text and bright illustrations of Gymnastics in Action. Displaying agility, strength, and flexibility, athletes are shown performing amazing… More →
Would you be surprised to see a coyote wandering down a suburban street? Once considered a native of open grasslands and plains, coyotes have become "adaptors" to the human territory of paved More →
Habitats provide the environment in which animals and plants can thrive. This variety of living things is crucial to our survival providing us with such necessities as foods and medicines.… More →
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