Tales of the Cryptids: Mysterious Creatures that My or May Not Exist
by Kelly Milner Halls, Rick Spears, and Roxyanne Young (Darby Creek,
2006). ISBN: 978-1-58196-049-5
The cover of this enticing book sets the irresistible tone. From the
Victorian lettering and the drawings of two mysterious
creatures/cryptids--Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster--to the
assignation of authorship "As Investigated By . . ." the prospective
reader knows s/he is in for a delicious treat. Science! Mystery!
Fun! I'll admit that I am as fascinated by Sasquatch and his ilk as
my nine-year-old students, and this book fed my love of all creatures
enigmatic, inexplicable, and baffling. Written with a healthy dose
of skepticism, yet honoring the scientists whose life work it is to
explore the mysteries, this volume will rarely find its way to the
shelf, as student recommendations sent it traveling from hand to
eager hand. With a layout that invites short sips as well as long
draughts, Tales of the Cryptids devotes chapters to Bigfoot, sea
serpents of the world (including Nessie), prehistoric cryptids, as
well as other cryptic mammals. The "Cryptidictionary" is
comprehensive and includes both conclusively proven and disproven
cryptids as well as those promising creatures still under study.
Plenty of photos, drawings, and maps enliven the layout and invite
even (perhaps especially) reluctant readers to sit down and turn the
pages. You may need two copies to keep up with demand! [Suggested Grades: 4-8]
Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS <mailto:tonibuzzeo@tonibuzzeo.com>
Maine Library Media Specialist of the Year Emerita
Maine Association of School Libraries Board Member
Buxton, ME 04093
http://www.tonibuzzeo.com
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