Creepy creatures have captured human imagination for hundreds of years. Stories of the Loch Ness monster have been told since the sixth century. People have claimed to see Bigfoot stalking the forests of North American since the early 1900s. Similarly, many people have claimed to witness UFOs and aliens, and Area 51 has been a hotspot for alien-seekers since the 1950s. Readers won’t be able to put down this intriguing volume filled with colorful illustrations and engaging text!

Monsters of many types have long been the focus of rumors and folktales around the world. People tell stories about dragons in many cultures, and tales from the European Middle Ages speak of these giant lizards stealing livestock and fighting knights. Vampires of various sorts are also said to live in the midst of humans, existing for centuries. The chupacabra, also known as the “goat sucker,” is a legendary creature of the Americas. It’s a vampire-like animal that sucks the blood out of livestock and other animals! Readers will meet these terrifying monsters in this colorfully illustrated volume. Are they really just rumors and legends? That’s for readers to decide!

The stories in this volume explore three strange mysteries that are sure to make readers’ hair stand on end! “Ghosts in Amityville” is a delightfully creepy account of one of the most famous ghost stories in America. Experience the story as the family that bought this spooky house did—just one year after murders took place there. “The Disappearance of Flight 19” tells a tale of the Bermuda Triangle. One day in 1945, five U.S. Air Force bombers flew out to sea on a routine mission—and disappeared without a trace. The older tale of the city of Atlantis still fascinates people to this day. According to Plato, it was a shining city with a marvelous civilization. perched on a great island in the ocean. And then, disaster struck, and the city was lost to the waves. Are these tales true? Readers can decide for themselves!

Daniel Boone is the subject of many tall tales from the era of Westward Expansion, but many of his efforts to explore and tame the wilderness are true and exciting. The same can be said of frontiersman Davy Crockett, who died while fighting to protect the Alamo during the Texas Revolution. Annie Oakley is remembered for her marksmanship and for inspiring other women to follow her lead. Today, we still share stories about these historical figures. In this volume, readers will see how these three people became the American legends they are today.

The Founding Fathers endeavored to bring independence to the British colonies in North America. The efforts of George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Benjamin Franklin helped make the birth of the United States of American a reality—one that has lasted for more than 200 years. Inside this book, readers will be transported back in time to witness their words and actions. The colorful illustrations are sure to be a big hit, even with reluctant readers.

Whether readers believe in ghosts or not, these eerie stories are sure to delight and spook them. Many people have heard the scary tale, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”—it’s a classic American story! Readers are sure to enjoy seeing the narrative unfold with colorful and engaging illustrations. Stories of the White Lady Ghost tell of love gone wrong or love lost. They say she still wanders in search of her soul mate or to mourn the loss of her true love still! Ghosts of combatants on either side of the U.S. Civil War are also said to haunt battlefields to this day. Readers can learn about all these tales in this fascinating book.

Readers take a colorful trip into the past to meet three African American who left indelible marks on U.S. history. Crispus Attucks was considered a martyr after his death at the Boston Massacre. Formerly enslaved Frederick Douglass became one of the most outspoken proponents of abolition and equal rights for African Americans. Harriet Tubman, also formerly enslaved, became perhaps the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad. Together, the illustrated narratives of these three lives are sure to inspire young readers as they learn important facts about early America.

Much of the story of ancient Egypt is told about royalty. Many kids know about pharaohs like Cleopatra and the amazing pyramids that were built during this time periodbut what about the regular people? This graphic novel brings that perspective into focus as a family living in ancient Egypt are part of the major innovations of the time: the pyramids, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, and the use of papyrus and hieroglyphics. Illustrations pair with understandable dialogue and an appendix offers more historical context for readers.

Ancient Greek studies are all about philosophers, incredible artworks, and the gods and goddesses. But there were regular families living there too! In this entertaining graphic novel, an ancient Greek family lives through some of the most important discoveries of the time: democracy, the crane, and cartography. Told through three chapters and including an appendix of historical context, the main content gives readers a new, fun perspective of ancient Greece while still understanding the facts needed for social studies classes. Bold illustrations make this a unique choice for elementary libraries.

A girl cant stop saying the same word over and over again. Teacup, teacup, teacup, she says. Repeated words also fill the halls at school. Phone, phone, phone. Glue, glue, glue. The building has been invaded by wordworms! The wriggling creepy-crawlies feed off mental energy, causing their hosts to get stuck on a single word. Can the powerful Librarian exterminate the pesky parasites before they drain brains and zombify all the students? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-color graphic novel.

Many of the historical narratives from early America are fraught with peril and uncertainty, but they also provide a glimpse into the courage and determination of the people who helped found our nation. Readers are sure to be dazzled by these colorful and dramatic retellings of key events in early American history. Stories include the struggles of the Pilgrims as they crossed an ocean to seek religious freedom, a tale of the first Thanksgiving, and the story of Pocahontas and John Smith. Students will enjoy learning about American history, while the colorful illustrations draw in readers and aid in comprehension of these essential topics.

In a remote mountain valley lives a special pack of wolves--one night a month, when the moon is full, they turn into werewolves. Little werewolves are taught never to venture to the far side of one mountain because of the grave dangers there. But the youngest daughter of the pack’s alpha wolf just can’t contain her curiosity. She sneaks a peek at the forbidden side to discover it is a ski resort, where she befriends a young boy. But will their friendship survive if he discovers her dark secret? Experience Hans Christian Andersen’s tale of "The Little Mermaid" like you never have before in this graphic novel retelling for kids. Each Far Out Fairy Tales adventure includes info on the original tale, a guide to the story's twists, and visual discussion questions to critically engage readers.

What better way to learn about the people of the Stone Age than through the story of a Stone Age family, trying out new discoveries? This graphic novel takes readers back in time in a fun and unique way. The book has three chapters that cover humanitys major discoveries of the time: the discovery of fire, cave paintings, and the wheel. Entertaining characters answer questions readers may have about life during the Stone Age and how each discovery changed life for people that lived then. Bright, bold illustrations bring the Stone Age to life.

In this Hmong folktale, two brothers venture into a remote jungle, hunting food for their hungry family. But the jungle is full of dangerous wild animals. The older brother vows to keep his younger brother safe . . . or die trying. With clever text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.

A boy discovers a book all about extreme weather lying in his driveway. He begins to browse the section on rainstorms. Suddenly clouds roll in and rain pours out. But some unexpected showers are nothing compared to when the boys little brother takes a peek at the tornado chapter! As terrible twisters touch down, the brothers will need help from the mighty Librarian to calm the books curse and bring back blue skies. Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-color graphic novel.

A boy wasnt able to finish the dense reading assignment for class, but thats the least of his troubles. Because hes drawn the attention of the wicked Sentencer and his goons! Now the villains are putting the student on trial for his reading crimes. Will the boy face a lifetime sentence of punishment, or can the mighty Librarian prove a slower learning pace is no crime? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-color graphic novel.

Mr. and Mrs. Mantis are out looking for food when they come across an egg. They know it will be a caterpillar soon, so they bring it home and wait for it to hatch. But when the caterpillar emerges, they are in for a surprise! The speedy red critter zooms away at high speed. The Mantises try to chase down their dinner, as more and more creatures set their sights on eating the nimble Ginger-Red Caterpillar. You’ve never experienced the story of "The Gingerbread Man" quite like this graphic novel retelling for kids. Each Far Out Fairy Tales adventure includes info on the original tale, a guide to the story's twists, and visual discussion questions to critically engage readers.

In this Chinese folktale, an old woman spends years weaving, day and night, until one day she reveals a magical cloth. But, moments later, the cloth mysteriously disappears! Now her three young sons must set out on a long, mystical journey to find it. With clever text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.

In this Swedish folktale, a young boy longs for all the nice things other children have. An old woman tells the boy a secret for granting his wishes: sprinkling salt on a magpie's tail. But, before the magpie will grant the boy's wish, the bird has some strange requests of his own. With clever text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales are perfect for even the newest graphic novel fans!

What happens to a fox that won't stop teasing the others animals? Read this Peruvian tale to find out. Some lessons can change everything. With engaging text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.

Young witch Swampelina has lost her wand in a mucky bog. Luckily, a voice calls out saying it'll retrieve the magical item if the girl promises to be its friend. Unluckily, the creature is a pretty pink butterfly! Swampelina likes all things spooky and gross, so she wants nothing to do with the beautiful bug. Will the witch use every spell she knows to avoid the butterfly, or will she learn that looks can be deceiving? Enjoy a modern twist on the Brothers Grimm classic The Frog Prince as it's retold for kids in this exciting Far Out Fairy Tales graphic novel.

This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in graphic arts. Included are the history and cultural significance of graphic art, graphic arts tools and techniques, graphic arts career paths, and highlights of successful graphic artists. Step-by-step projects help readers practice graphic arts skills, and idea spreads inspire ways to apply what they've learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

When Kaita falls into the book Cinderalla, she is NOT impressed. Why is Cinderella the only one cleaning? Why are Cinderellas stepmother and stepsisters so mean to her? Why doesnt her dad speak up? And what in the world is happening at this upcoming ball? Needless to say, Kaita has a lot to teach Cinderella before she finds her way out of this fairy tale. And with Kaitas help, Cinderella is ready to speak up for herself in this untraditional graphic novel.