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Gorillas

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640005358

This revised edition surveys key aspects of gorillas, describing the great apes’ appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures do nothing but eat and sleep.

Elephants

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640005341

This revised edition surveys key aspects of elephants, describing the massive mammals’ appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures have long trunks.

Eagles

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640005334

This revised edition surveys key aspects of eagles, describing the powerful raptors’ appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why humans respect eagles.

Cheetahs

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640005327

This revised edition surveys key aspects of cheetahs, describing the fast cats’ appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures have tear lines.

Alligators

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640005310

This revised edition surveys key aspects of alligators, describing the scaly reptiles’ appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures dislike dogs.

Werewolves

Ashley Gish (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640003576

A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of werewolves, the shapeshifting mythological creatures known for their strength. Also included is a story from folklore about thieves who become cursed as werewolves.

Vampires

Ashley Gish (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781640003569

A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of vampires, the nocturnal mythological creatures known for drinking blood. Also included is a story from folklore about a vampire-hunting dhampir.

Aliens

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623101800

Invites readers to investigate stories about aliens through engaging text, vibrant imagery, and clear, simple graphics.

The Bermuda Triangle

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623101848

Invites readers to investigate stories about the Bermuda Triangle through engaging text, vibrant imagery, and clear, simple graphics.

Haunted Places

Jen Besel (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623101831

Invites readers to investigate stories about haunted places through engaging text, vibrant imagery, and clear, simple graphics.

Ghosts

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623101824

Invites readers to investigate stories about ghosts through engaging text, vibrant imagery, and clear, simple graphics.

Bigfoot

Jen Besel (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623101817

Invites readers to investigate stories about Bigfoot through engaging text, vibrant imagery, and clear, simple graphics.

The Loch Ness Monster

Jen Besel (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623101855

Invites readers to investigate stories about the Loch Ness Monster through engaging text, vibrant imagery, and clear, simple graphics.

Dracula's Castle

Clara Bennington (author)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781641288620

In this book, early fluent readers will marvel at the beauty of Bran Castle, while learning about its location, many rooms, many uses, and history, including how it came to be known as Dracula's Castle. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Bran Castle and its cultural history. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the castle. Children can learn more about Dracula’s Castle using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Dracula’s Castle also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Scaredy Rabbit: An East Indian Folktale

Marilyn Bolchunos (author) Liisa Chauncy Guida (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682389546

A fearful rabbit is convinced the earth is caving in.

Sharing the Wheat

Nina Jaffe (author) Johanna van der Sterre (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682387849

This Middle Eastern folktale tells the story of two farmers who help each other with very funny consequences.

Sky Bear's Gift

Nina Jaffe (author) S. D. Nelson (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682387856

This Ojibwa folk tale describes the musical sounds of rain and thunder.

Peacock and Crow

Lana Krumwiede (author) Uma Krishnaswamy (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682387818

Long ago all birds had white feathers. This folk tale from Thailand is the story of how peacocks and crows got their colors.

A Dress for the Moon

Indira Krishnan (author) Uma Krishnasamy (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682387337

In this Indian folk tale, the moon teaches a valuable lesson to a boastful tailor.

Maureen's Harp

Teresa Bateman (author) Don Daily (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682384961

The leprechaun king deals with Maureen's selfish greedy sisters.

Dear as Salt

Maria Gianferrari (author) David Galchutt (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682384732

This Italian folk tale describes how the king finally realizes the value of his youngest daughter's gift.

Treasure in the Field

Marilyn Bolchunos (author) Cheryl Kirk Noll (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682381304

The sons of a Vietnamese farmer learn a valuable lesson about the "treasure" in their rice field.

The Unwelcome Neighbor

Santhini Govindan (author) Barbara Knutson (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682380628

Mother and Father Crow find a way to protect their babies from a huge black snake.

The Most Valuable Treasure

T.V. Padma (author) Alex Zaretser (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682380529

In this Norwegian folktale Halvor discovers what treasure his mother would like best.

The White Crane

Marilyn Bolchunos (author) Dennis McDermott (illustrator)

Publisher: Highlights ISBN: 9781682381298

In this Japanese folktale, discover what is the secret behind a young girl's beautiful woven fabric.