Cryptozoology: Could Unexplained Creatures Be Real? Readers will examine the history of Cryptozoology, Bigfoot, Yeti, the Loch Ness Monster and more before deciding for themselves! Table of contents, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Returning to the wizarding world created by J. K. Rowling, a companion to the movie presents interviews, insights, profiles of key characters, and sections on set design, costumes, and special effects.

"Dot is drawing. What can she make with squares, circles, and triangles? Full-color illustrations and fun stories make this a simple introduction to shapes for early readers"--

"Patches wants to make pretty necklaces for her friends! Full-color illustrations and fun stories make this a simple introduction to patterns for early readers"--

Deep in the forests of North America, legends say there lives a creature more than 8 feet (2.4 m) tall and covered in hair. From Native American stories to modern sightings, Bigfoot has captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the history and behavior of the legendary creature, along with its presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate the creature's anatomy. Additional features...

Legends tell of creatures more dead than alive, roaming Earth in search of brains to consume. From Haitian Vodou to Night of the Living Dead, zombies have captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate the creature's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary,...

"Get ready to craft some gruesome monsters! Learn how to make leaf decoration, bake a treat, and create a new craft"--