Monstrous
Monstrous
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Monstrous

Written and illustrated by Carlyn Beccia
Hardcover
$24.99
$23.74
9 - 14
Reading age
148
Page count
244
Words per page
1100L
Lexile measure
Sep 3, 2019
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Bursting with blood, guts, history, and science, this book is a must-have for monster lovers of all ages Could Dr. Frankenstein’s machine ever animate a body? Why should vampires drink from veins and not arteries? What body parts are best for zombies to eat? (It’s not brains.) This fascinating encyclopedia of monsters delves into the history and science behind eight legendary creatures, from Bigfoot and the kraken to zombies and more. Find out each monster’s origin story and the real-world history that informed it, and then explore the science of each creature in fun and surprising ways. Tips and infographics–including monster anatomy, how to survive a vampire attack, and real-life giant creatures of the deep sea–make this a highly visual and fun-to-browse book.”A fantastically researched, absolutely delectable approach to science education.”–starred, Booklist “Informative and entertaining throughout for readers undead or otherwise.”–starred, Kirkus Reviews

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781512449167
    Publication Date
    September 3, 2019
    Publisher
    Carolrhoda Books
    Original Publication Date
    September 3, 2019
    Page Count
    148
    Words Per Page
    244
    Audience
    Middle Grade
    Reading Age
    9 - 14 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2019002795
    Lexile® Level
    1100L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~Z
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~7.7

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