The Loch Ness Monster (Monsters) [Hardcover]

Peggy J. Parks (Author)

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: KidHaven; 1 edition (February 11, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0737731664
• ISBN-13: 978-0737731668
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #543,943 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Peggy J. Parks holds a bachelor of science degree from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is an author who has written more than 100 nonfiction educational books for children and young adults on a diverse variety of topics ranging from environmental science, the Internet, and space research to controversial issues such as gay rights, animal experimentation, stem cells, and drug legalization. Two of her titles were recognized as "Best Books" of the year by the American Association for the Advancement of Science. In addition, she wrote and self-published her own cookbook entitled "Welcome Home: Recipes, Memories, and Traditions from the Heart."

Parks lives in a small West Michigan town that she says inspires her writing because of its location on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan.

Customer Reviews

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Book about Nessie, July 30, 2007

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Andrew U. Peterson (Saint Paul, MN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Loch Ness Monster (Monsters) (Hardcover)

My 8-year old daughter is really into Nessie, and I don't mind encouraging her, if it gets her interested in studying ancient animals (dinosaurs) and geography (Scotland). She likes the pictures and the story. I appreciate the fact that it's a realistic portrayal of unexplained phenomenon. Recent scientific explorations of the Loch are discussed briefly.

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best Loch Ness references I've found, February 19, 2012

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Lori Hile "Lori Hile" (Chicago) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Loch Ness Monster (Mysterious Encounters) (Hardcover)

After seeing that this book was averaging only 2.5 stars, I had to do my part to tilt the balance upwards! I just researched and wrote my own book for young adults on the Loch Ness monster, utilizing dozens of books, articles, websites, etc. as sources. And this book was probably my favorite reference! Ms. Parks has a clear, engaging style that really pulls the reader in--whether she's recounting a dramatic monster sighting or explaining more science-y topics, such as how sonar works (which she integrates seamlessly into the text). And although the book is written at a kid-friendly level--and isn't terribly long-- it is incredibly comprehensive, covering not only sightings and evidence but various hypotheses for the sightings and debunkings of the evidence. If you're looking for a fun-to-read, fantastic summary of all the research out there about the Loch Ness monster (and there's a lot out there!), pick up this book!! Highly recommended for adults or kids!

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Very expensive for a little book, December 4, 2008

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Jenn T. "Jenn T." (Pennsylvania, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Loch Ness Monster (Monsters) (Hardcover)

This is a good book, interesting, great pictures, but silly me didn't look at how many pages it was before I bought it. From the price of it, I assumed it was one of those big encyclopedia type books. But it's only 48 pages, similar to a storybook. Not worth over $20 IMO.