Publisher Description

What kind of food do harpies like to eat? How fast can a Pegasus fly? Where do minotaurs and gorgons usually live? Want to learn all about these fantastic creatures and how they live? Look no further! With this easy-to-use reference guide, fantasy fans will become experts on mythical fantasy beasts in no time!

Author Biography

A.J. Sautter is an author and editor of dozens of high-interest books for young readers. He enjoys learning and working on a wide range of subjects from pirates and robots to dragons, sports, and magic tricks. He lives in North Mankato, MN with his wife and two children. In his spare time he enjoys reading, going to movies, and cheering for the Minnesota Vikings.

Table of Contents

Mythical fantasy beasts! -- Cerberus -- Chimeras -- Gorgons -- Griffins -- Harpies -- Kraken -- Minotaurs -- Pegasi -- Phoenixes -- Sea serpents -- Unicorns -- Creature quiz -- Glossary -- Read more -- Internet sites -- Index.

Review

Design elements and the simplicity of the texts provide early readers with an introduction to the foes they may discover later in series like "Harry Potter" and Rick Riordan's selections. Readers will appreciate the detailed artwork where weaponry is given added attention. A quiz with basic questions is included to test knowledge after reading. A fine purchase where younger kids are clamoring for more fantasy options.-- "School Library Journal"

Review Quote

Design elements and the simplicity of the texts provide early readers with an introduction to the foes they may discover later in series like "Harry Potter" and Rick Riordan's selections. Readers will appreciate the detailed artwork where weaponry is given added attention. A quiz with basic questions is included to test knowledge after reading. A fine purchase where younger kids are clamoring for more fantasy options.

Promotional "Headline"

1. High-interest subject engages interest of developing and dormant readers. 2. Appropriately leveled text allows developing readers to successfully read and comprehend information. 3. High-quality artwork helps bring creatures to life in readers' imaginations. 4. Quizzes challenge readers to recall the information about creatures found in each book.

Feature

Activities, Bolded Glossary Words, Fact box(es), Full color, Glossary, Heading(s)/Subheading(s), Illustration(s)/Drawing(s), Index, More Resources/Suggestions for Further Reading, On-page definitions of glossary terms, Pronunciation Guide, Safe websites at FactHound.com, Table of Contents

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