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The phoenix

2024
"From colorful feathers to glowing haloes, 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 real-life photos and lively text make this a magical read!"--Provided by publisher.
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Mermaids

2024
"From scaly 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 these magical creatures to turn into a human. Then, meet some real-life mermaid inspiration"--Provided by publisher.
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Dragons

2024
"From clawed feet to fiery breath 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 what it would take for these incredible creatures to take flight and breathe fire. Then, meet some real-life dragon inspiration"--Provided by publisher.
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How to heal a gryphon

2022
When a group of witches kidnaps her brother while their parents are away, healer Giada Bellantuono is drawn into the magical underground city of Malavita and needs the help of her new animal companions to save him--or risks losing him forever.
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All about dragons

2021
" Dig deep into the world of dragons and discover all there is to know about these formidable fire-breathing beasts. Why are dragons so hard to find? What do they eat? When do they sleep? How far can they fly? And is it safe to get close to them? In this . . . [book], you'll learn everything you ever wanted to know about these . . . creatures"--OCLC.
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Book, beast, and crow

2024
"Anna Kellogg has always felt different. Growing up in Hartwood, New Jersey--where frequent disappearances are attributed to an urban-legend-like beast that dwells in the walled-in swamp at the center of town--can have that effect on people. But for Anna, it's more than that. Since she was a child, she's been plagued by 'episodes' where she sees things others can't see. Feeling different is one thing, but actually being different is another. If it weren't for her best friend, Olivia, Anna's not sure where she'd fit in. But any hopes of having a normal senior year come to a halt when Olivia is attacked in the woods, bitten, and left for dead by a whirling cyclone of claws, fur, and teeth. Though Olivia survives, a sinister entity makes it clear that the mark had been set on Anna . . . and the miss has set in motion a catastrophic shift that will change Anna and her friends' lives forever"--Provided by publisher.
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Griffin

2022
An intorduction to griffins for young readers, discussing what their powers are, where the legends came from and more.
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Legendary creatures

2021
Discusses a variety of mythical and legendary creatures from throughout history, including mermaids, dragons, bigfoot, unicorns, zombies, and gnomes.
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The genius kid's guide to mythical creatures

2023
"From beautiful mermaids and gentle unicorns to fire-breathing dragons and bloodthirsty vampires, mysterious beings and magical beasts appear in stories told all around the world. 'The Genius Kid's Guide to Mythical Creatures' highlights [twenty] of these legendary beings, detailing each creature's appearance and behavior, as well as where and how legends about it began. The text also explores how the stories have changed and developed over time"--Provided by publisher.
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Mythical monsters

2024
"Enter the monstrous world of mythological beasts. Ask yourself: what am I afraid of? Discover how the creatures of your fears came into existence and what truth lies behind the mythical stories...if you dare"--Back cover.
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