Books About Cryptids

The Best Cryptids Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about cryptids? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Cryptids

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2023

Dear Mothman

By Robin Gow

A grieving boy seeks solace and truth in the legend of Mothman.

320 pages· 38,149 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 3,158 ratings

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Summary: Noah, a young trans boy, grapples with the loss of his best friend, Lewis, by writing letters to Mothman, Lewis's favorite cryptid. As strange events unfold near his home, Noah's curiosity grows, leading him to choose Mothman as his science fair project. Despite skepticism and a lack of evidence, Noah's quest for belonging and understanding drives him into the woods, hoping to uncover the truth. Will he find the answers he seeks, or will the mystery of Mothman remain unsolved?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2024

It Came from the Trees

By Ally Russell

A creature lurks in the woods. Can Jenna save her friend before it's too late?

240 pages· 50,302 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 1,279 ratings

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Summary: Jenna's best friend Reese vanishes, taken by a mysterious creature in the woods. With no one believing her, Jenna joins a scout troop to uncover the truth. As they find eerie footprints and hear ominous sounds, Jenna must decide who to trust. Can she and her new friend Norrie unravel the mystery and survive the night? The stakes are high as they confront the unknown in a desperate bid to save Reese.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The Bawk-ness Monster

By Natalie Riess, Sara Goetter · Book #1 in the Cryptid Kids series

A childhood savior resurfaces as cryptids vanish. Can Penny and friends save them?

224 pages· 7,282 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 516 ratings

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Summary: Penny's childhood memory of the Bawk-ness Monster, a creature that saved her from drowning, drives her to find it one last time before moving away. With friends Luc and K, she embarks on a quest to see 'Bessie' again. But their adventure takes a dangerous turn when they discover cryptids are being kidnapped by a sinister collector. As the stakes rise, Penny and her friends must act quickly to rescue these mythical beings. Will they succeed in their mission, or will the cryptids disappear forever?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Is It Real? the Loch Ness Monster

Unravel the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster. Is it real or just a legend?

160 pages· 17,312 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

3.8 Goodreads · 268 ratings

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Summary: Dive into the depths of Loch Ness with a detective's eye. Join the quest to uncover the truth behind the legendary monster that has captivated imaginations for decades. As you sift through evidence and eyewitness accounts, will you discern fact from fiction? The stakes are high as you explore the murky waters of Scotland's most famous lake. Is Nessie a myth, a misunderstood creature, or something else entirely? Embark on this thrilling investigation and decide for yourself if the Loch Ness Monster is a creature of reality or a figment of folklore.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

Meet the Bigfeet

By Kevin Sherry · Book #1 in the The Yeti Files series

A yeti named Blizz Richards embarks on a mission to find his cousin Brian, a Bigfoot who has been hiding after being photographed by a cryptozoologist

128 pages· 2,559 words· Est. 38 min read

3.9 Goodreads · 1,224 ratings

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Summary: Blizz Richards, a yeti dedicated to protecting cryptids, faces a crisis when a photo of his cousin Brian goes viral. With the Bigfoot family reunion looming, Brian's disappearance threatens their hidden world. Blizz and his quirky team embark on a mission to find Brian and safeguard their secret. Can they succeed before the truth is revealed to the world? Join Blizz in a whimsical adventure filled with goblins, Goatman, and more, where the stakes are high and the laughs are plenty.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Thriller

By Jon Scieszka, Brett Helquist (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Guys Read series

Mysteries unfold with a body, a terrorist, and a wish machine.

288 pages· 49,963 words· Est. 7 hour read

3.7 Goodreads · 749 ratings

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Summary: Dive into a world where a body on the tracks, a teenage terrorist, and a wish-granting machine collide. Meet the world's worst private detective as he navigates a web of intrigue and danger. Each story in this thrilling collection promises unexpected twists and relentless suspense. Will the detective solve the mysteries, or will chaos reign? Discover the secrets hidden within these pages and prepare for a pulse-pounding ride that will keep you guessing until the very end.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

The Unsolved Mystery of Bigfoot

By Michael Burgan · First Facts: Unexplained Mysteries series

Is Bigfoot real or just a myth? Explore the mystery.

24 pages· 554 words· Est. 7 min read

4.0 Goodreads · 12 ratings

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Summary: In the dense woods of North America, mysterious footprints and eerie screams fuel the legend of Bigfoot. Some claim sightings, while others remain skeptical. Dive into this unsolved mystery and uncover why belief in Bigfoot persists despite the lack of concrete evidence. Could there be truth behind the tales, or is it all an elaborate myth? The answer remains elusive, inviting you to explore the possibilities.

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Picture Book · Ages 8–14 · 2013

Hair-Raising Monster Stories

By Brianna Hall · Scared! series

Are legendary creatures lurking in the shadows?

32 pages· 2,779 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud

3.7 Goodreads · 22 ratings

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Summary: Explore the chilling tales of Bigfoot, Mothman, and Nessie. These legendary creatures have haunted imaginations for generations. Are they myth or reality? Dare to uncover the truth and face the unknown.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Legendary Creatures

By Mary Budzik, Simon Basher (Illustrator) · Basher History series

Explore mythical beasts from Bigfoot to Camazotz, uncovering secrets of legendary creatures worldwide.

128 pages· 12,010 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 32 ratings

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Summary: Dive into a world where mythical creatures roam, from the depths of the Atlantic to the Amazon's canopy. Meet the fierce Ndalawo in Uganda's forests and the eerie Camazotz in Mayan ruins. This journey through folklore unveils the mysteries of legendary beasts like Bigfoot and Mermaids. With vibrant illustrations, discover the magic and mayhem of these creatures, each with a story to tell. Will you brave the thundery skies and shadowy caves to uncover their secrets? Embark on an adventure that spans continents and centuries, revealing the wonders of our world's most legendary inhabitants.

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Picture Book · Ages 10–13 · 2014

Bigfoot

By Ken Karst · Enduring Mysteries series

Uncover the truth behind Bigfoot's mysterious sightings and hoaxes.

48 pages· 5,211 words· Est. 41 min read-aloud

3.4 Goodreads · 7 ratings

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Summary: Dive into the enigma of Bigfoot, where reported sightings clash with hoaxes and elusive truths. Explore the blurred lines between fact and fiction as you investigate this legendary creature's mysterious existence. Are the tales of Bigfoot mere myths, or is there a hidden reality waiting to be uncovered? Embark on a journey through history's enduring mysteries and decide for yourself if the truth is out there.

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