Baker, Linda R

Stories of werewolves originate in one form or another in many cultures. Accompanied by vivid color illustrations and intriguing sidebars, this thrilling text draws the connection between popular fiction and the actual events and legends that inspired werewolf tales in the Americas. Students will explore the relationship between the historical perceptions of true events and the scary, life-threatening stories they engendered. Readers will examine how perceptions of these supernatural beings have changed over time and why they continue to dominate in literature, television, and movies.

Most people today see vampires as entertaining supernatural creatures popularized by the many book, television, and movie series that abound in popular fiction, but where do these stories originate? Many cultures around the world have tales of undead blood-sucking creatures. Exploring these supernatural beings within the context of American historical accounts and legends will enable students to understand the relationship between the time in which such stories were believed and the actual events that inspired them. Accompanied by full-color images and sidebars with fascinating details, this volume will capture the interest of any student intrigued by vampire stories.

Readers are introduced to mathamatical division concepts with clear, simple explanations.

Readers are introduced to mathamatical multiplication concepts with clear, simple explanations.

"This book is about werewolves in American culture"--Provided by publisher.

"This book is about vampires in American culture and folklore"--Provided by publisher.

This book will help develop the reader's ability to convert measurement units, use reasoning to plan and budget for a meal, and learn about various careers in cooking.