Fabulous Creatures: Legendary Animals from Around the World
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Fabulous Creatures: Legendary Animals from Around the World

Written by Cornelia Funke · Translated by Anna Schmitt Funke · Illustrated by Ruby Warnecke

Dragons, unicorns and thunderbirds await in legends from around the globe.

48 pages· ~650L· AR ~4.2
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Bookroo's summary

Cornelia Funke introduces young readers to the magical creatures of legend from around the world, from dragons and unicorns to thunderbirds and many less familiar beasts. Ruby Warnecke's bright, bold illustrations bring each creature to life.

From the publisher

From beloved, bestselling author Cornelia Funke comes a bright and bold introduction to the world's extraordinary creatures--perfect for the youngest readers. "Cornelia Funke . . . is a warm, knowledgeable guide to the world of magical animals [. . .] Colorful illustrations by Ruby Warnecke will heighten young readers' appreciation for these engrossing creatures of legend." -Katie Daniels, The Wall Street Journal Also available in Spanish: Seres fabulosos. Dragons, unicorns, and thunderbirds are only a few of the fabulous creatures young children will meet in this book! In this bright and bold introduction to fantastical and magical animals from around the globe, bestselling and celebrated fantasy author Cornelia Funke and illustrator Ruby Warnecke invite children into the fabulous world of myth and legend.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~650L
AR book level
~4.2
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
March 31, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780735845916

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