Fabulous and Monstrous Beasts [Hardcover]

Belinda Weber (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 30, 2008 | Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up

Throughout time, myths and stories have been full of fantastical beasts, monsters, and legends, some wondrous and some downright scary. Learn about these creatures from around the world in this eye-popping compendium. From fairies and hobgoblins to mermaids, vampires, sea serpents, yetis, and so much more, this book also includes information on the real-life “monsters” behind the myths. Divided into Creatures of the Air, Creatures of the Land, and Creatures of the Water, this collection is packed with dynamic illustrations, photography, and plenty of information to keep readers hooked. Whether it’s ancient creatures or modern monsters, this book is a must have for young fantasy lovers.

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About the Author

Belinda Weber is the author of a wide range of children’s books on natural history topics, including The Kingfisher Children’s Atlas. She has a lifelong interest in wildlife and previously directed the Adopt-an-Animal fundraising program at the London Zoo.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Kingfisher; Ill edition (September 30, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0753462478
• ISBN-13: 978-0753462478
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 9.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #853,829 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars My Six Year Old Son Loves It, February 5, 2012

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This review is from: Fabulous and Monstrous Beasts (Hardcover)

My six-year-old son loves to look at the pictures in this book; they are big, scary, and detailed, but not especially bloody. (The cover picture is similar to the pictures in the text of the book.) Every night, I read to him about one of the monsters, and he is thoroughly entertained. (It is too difficult for a first or second grader to read independently.) We have several monster books, and this is one of his favorites. The book has some educational value, as he is learning about mythology and different cultures.