Tales and information about residents of the magical kingdoms of folklore and fairyland make this book a wonderful and enjoyable read for both children and adults.

With fantastic facts and incredible tales, discover the legends and mysteries surrounding mythical creatures around the world.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that describe the imaginary creatures found in legends, religions, folklore, oral history, and theologies around the world.

Warning: this book contains some seriously scary monsters! Do not read before bed or when the wind is howling outside... From the Ancient Greek cyclops to Japanese orges, discover some of the most terrifying beast in myths and legends.

Watch out! A giant is stomping your way! These creatures make appearances in today’s stories, films, advertising, and more. But stories and images of these behemoths are nothing new. For centuries, giants have been depicted as dangerous and disastrous. But they have also taken on friendly forms. Find out how tales have giants have transformed throughout time through leveled text in this engaging title. Added features include a creature comparison, a range map, a timeline, and more!

A vibrant primer on mythical beasts. Dragons and giants and trolls, oh my! Storybook legends tell of a whole menagerie of imaginary creatures. Who better to playfully explore these beasts than those impresarios of imagination, Meg and Lucy Clibbon -- authors of the fast-selling Imagine This! series? This creative team presents a fun-filled guide to more than 20 mythical beings. Prepare to meet creatures great (bad-tempered giants are best avoided) and small (dwarves are small in stature but big on brains). You'll also encounter old favorites -- from the mysterious Sphinx to the elusive Loch Ness Monster -- and new surprises, like the Australian Bunyip. Other featured creatures include: Unicorns Centaurs Trolls Werewolves Mermaids Fairies The phoenix Playful profiles for each offer a description spiced with the wit of "Man Eating" Meg (she actually prefers fresh fruit). Meanwhile, "Loch Ness" Lucy lusciously illustrates the beasts and the panoramic landscapes they occupy. Complete with tips on where to learn more, Magical Creatures is a dream come true for youngsters craving a storybook safari.