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The Constellation Taurus: The Story of the Bull

Arnold Ringstad (author) JT Morrow (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623236571

Retells the story of Taurus as a guise of Zeus, discusses the astronomical features of the constellation Taurus, and describes the history of the constellation and its myths in world culture.

The Constellation Orion: The Story of the Hunter

Arnold Ringstad (author) JT Morrow (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623236618

Retells the story of Orion and variations of the myth, discusses the astronomical features of the constellation Orion, and describes the history of the constellation and its myths in world culture.

The Constellation Scorpius: The Story of the Scorpion

Arnold Ringstad (author) JT Morrow (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623236625

Retells several stories of Scorpius the scorpion, discusses the astronomical features of the constellation Scorpius, and describes the history of the constellation and its myths in world culture.

The Constellation Cassiopeia: The Story of the Queen

Lisa Owings (author) JT Morrow (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623236588

Retells the story of Cassiopeia and her daughter Andromeda, discusses the astronomical features of the constellation Cassiopeia, and describes the history of the constellation and its myths in world culture.

The Constellation Draco: The Story of the Dragon

Amy Van Zee (author) JT Morrow (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623236595

Retells the story of Draco the dragon and Hercules, discusses the astronomical features of the constellation Draco, and describes the history of the constellation and its myths in world culture.

Paul Bunyan

Shannon Anderson (author) Anglika Dewi Anggreini (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887355757

Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't fit in the house! What did his parents do when he became taller than the trees? Paul Bunyan was an American problem-solver who figured out big ways to live a big life. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Johnny Appleseed

Shannon Anderson (author) Anglika Dewi Anggreini (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887355733

Johnathan Chapman loved apples so much, he dedicated his life to them. He also loved the animals and children he met on his travels around America. How did one man plant so many apple trees? Best known as Johnny Appleseed, he came to be loved and trusted by many. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Calamity Jane

Shannon Anderson (author) Anglika Dewi Anggreini (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887355771

Martha Jane Cannary rode wild horses before she could walk. She could shoot a target from miles away at the age of five. What else did this brave woman do to deserve the name Calamity Jane? She definitely made her mark as she traveled America's Wild West. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Davy Crockett

Shannon Anderson (author) Anglika Dewi Anggreini (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887355764

It is no ordinary baby who climbs out of a cradle and starts walking the day he is born. Davy was larger than other children, and he was stronger, too. So strong that he could throw gators and ride bears! Davy Crockett was a powerful force on America's wild frontier. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

John Henry

Shannon Anderson (author) Anglika Dewi Anggreini (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887355740

Baby John was bigger and stronger than other kids. He could eat and talk from the day he was born! Who did this bigger-than-life boy grow up to be? A bigger-than-life man who helped build America with a hammer in his hand. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Cyclopes

Grace Hansen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098268916

This title introduces the cyclops by looking at its history, the culture or cultures it comes from, what it symbolized, and how it is shown today. Backmatter shows modern cyclopes kids might recognize today. Complete with historical photographs and full-color images. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Chasing the Loch Ness Monster

Anna Anderhagen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278465

Does the Loch Ness Monster exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Loch Ness Monster, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, researchers who investigate sightings, those who use modern technology and scientific methods to find the Loch Ness Monster, and a museum that displays Loch Ness Monster artifacts. Includes a map of Loch Ness Monster sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Chasing the Mongolian Death Worm

Anna Anderhagen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278472

Does the Mongolian Death Worm exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Mongolian Death Worm, including supposed sightings, scientists who study and search for it, and those who believe it is not even a worm. Includes a map of Mongolian Death Worm sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Chasing the Mothman

Anna Anderhagen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278489

Does the Mothman exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Mothman, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, scientists who research to determine whether the Mothman is real, and a museum that displays Mothman artifacts. Includes a map of Mothman sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Chasing the Jersey Devil

Anna Anderhagen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278458

Does the Jersey Devil exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Jersey Devil, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, groups who search for it, researchers who investigate sightings, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from the Jersey Devil. Includes a map of Jersey Devil sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Chasing Bigfoot

Anna Anderhagen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278434

Does Bigfoot exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the cryptid Bigfoot, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, groups who search for it, researchers who investigate sightings, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from Bigfoot. Includes a map of Bigfoot sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Chasing the Chupacabra

Anna Anderhagen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278441

Does the Chupacabra exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Chupacabra, including supposed sightings, researchers who investigate the Chupacabra, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from a Chupacabra. Includes a map of Chupacabra sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Unicorns

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163145

From long manes to healing horns, unicorns are magical creatures of myth. But where did the stories of these beautiful beasts come from? Explore the truth behind the tales and what it would take for these incredible creatures to cure diseases and purify water. Then, meet some real-life unicorn inspiration. Fun, engaging illustrations paired with photos and lively text make this a magical read!

Dragons

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163114

From clawed feet to fiery breathe and wide wings, dragons are magical creatures of myth. But where did the stories of these big beasts come from? Explore the truth behind the tales and learn what it would take for these incredible creatures to take flight and breath fire. Then, meet some real-life dragon inspiration. Fun, engaging illustrations paired with photos and lively text make this a magical read!

Mermaids

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163121

From flashy fish tails to alluring voices, mermaids are magical creatures of myth. But where did the stories of these beautiful creatures come from? Explore the truth behind the tales and what it would take for a tail to turn to legs and feet. Then, meet some real-life mermaid inspiration. Fun, engaging illustrations paired with photos and lively text make this a magical read!

The Phoenix

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163138

From colorful feathers to glowing halos, the phoenix is a magical creature of myth. But where did this big beast come from? Explore the truth behind the tales and what it would take for this incredible creature to be reborn. Then, meet some real-life phoenix inspiration. Fun, engaging illustrations paired with photos and lively text make this a magical read!

Loch Ness Monster

Marvin Lopez (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781948052061

Is it a monster or a myth surfacing in Scotland's Loch Ness? This book first details the creature called Nessie, and then questions its existence. Young readers get to review information offered by both eyewitnesses and scientists. Will it be enough to form an opinion?

UFOs

Marvin Lopez (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781948052078

Are flying objects piloted by aliens or an active imagination? This book first tells what spotters see and encounter, and then explores UFOs without the extraterrestrial element. Young readers get to wonder about aliens. Will they choose to believe in another form of intelligent life?

Bigfoot

Marvin Lopez (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781948052047

Are the most-wanted monsters in North America fugitives or frauds? This book first presents bigfoot according to eyewitness testimony, and then with reasonable doubt. Young readers get to decide if they believe spotters or skeptics. Will one side show that it has a stronger case?

The Yeti Who Coughed Up Confetti

Jason M. Burns (author) Renata GarcĂ­a (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668932094

In The Yeti Who Coughed Up Confetti, a yeti coughs up colorful birthday confetti. The vets try to solve the problem with a birthday wish. In the Magical Pet Vet series, join Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures. These creatures have problems, and the vet team is determined to solve them. This graphic novel series includes educational callouts that explore STEM and SEL concepts the team encounters.