Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Description
"When Maddie and Will get a message that dire wolves--huge misshapen changelings, much larger than regular wolves--have been marauding and attacking through the hills and valleys of Celtica, the Rangers are sent on a mission to unravel just who or what is behind these dangerous creatures. Will isn't anxious to return to Celtica, especially approaching the Rift. And as they travel, Maddie must grapple with their growing dealings with the spiritual...
Author
Language
English
Description
This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilisations. Discover 23 stories accompanied by beautiful, colourful illustrations. Through the incredible storytelling you can learn about fantastic creatures such as the Japanese baku, which had the power to devour nightmares, the wise Egyptian Sphinx, and the fearsome Minotaur who went head-to-head with Theseus in Greek mythology.
Author
Language
English
Description
"In [this book], we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest creatures and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, dragons or griffins? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers"--Provided by publisher.
7) Wayfinders
Author
Language
English
Description
Between school and family drama, Chloe has more than enough on her plate. But when a giant literally crashes into her house--not to mention the mermaid in the bathtub and the unicorn in the barn--Chloe and her dad find themselves on a wild adventure to save a group of fairy-tale creatures and help return them to their home. To do so, they must find a way to reopen a secret portal to a magical world while preventing others from taking the magic for...
Author
Language
English
Description
"In [this book], we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest creatures and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, vampires or werewolves? You'llhave to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower readinglevel to engage struggling readers"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Fitting in can be hard, especially when you're as small as Ember, a tiny boy living alone in a city of giants. But Ember's luck changes when he meets Lua, a kindly sea turtle, who escorts him across the ocean to a school for little creatures on a wondrous island...As he struggles to adapt to this new world, Ember finds himself at the heart of an otherworldly mystery, facing a strange monster from the deep that threatens everything he holds dear"--...
Author
Language
English
Description
The villainous Audrian Keyes claims to possess the secret of finding Navrashtya, the missing Legendary Beast of the Tundra, which prompts a perilous mission by a team of specialized Lore Keepers to set off in the dangerous Tundra and find Navrashtya no matter the cost.
Author
Language
English
Description
Anna Kellogg has always felt different. Growing up in Hartwood, New Jersey--where frequent disappearances are attributed to an urban-legend-like beast that dwells in the walled-in swamp at the center of town--can have that effect on people. But for Anna, it's more than that. Since she was a child, she's been plagued by episodes where she sees things others can't see. Feeling different is one thing, but actually being different is another. If it weren't...
Author
Language
English
Description
"From beautiful mermaids and gentle unicorns to fire-breathing dragons and bloodthirsty vampires, mysterious beings and magical beasts appear in stories told all around the world. 'The Genius Kid's Guide to Mythical Creatures' highlights [twenty] of these legendary beings, detailing each creature's appearance and behavior, as well as where and how legends about it began. The text also explores how the stories have changed and developed over time"--Provided...
Author
Language
English
Description
"How does a mermaid kiss help a drowning sailor? Why do mermaids usually carry a mirror? [This book discusses mermaids.] Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Will silver kill a werewolf? How does a person turn into a werewolf? [This book discusses werewolves.] Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along"--Provided by publisher.