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Cryptid Hunt for Ages 9-12

"We're going on a cryptid hunt / We're going on a cryptid hunt / I've got my binoculars / I've got my binoculars / I'm not scared / I'm not scared." Follow up Great GeekFest by enjoying some of the best of children's spooky and unexplainable phenomena!

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  • Are we alone in the universe? In Aliens, early fluent readers will learn about different alien legends, including UFO sightings, alien abductions, and crop circles. Full-color photos and carefully leveled text help young readers learn about possible…
    Book, 2025Minneapolis, MN : Jump!, Inc., [2025] — J 629.134 D396a
  • Do aliens exist? Are UFOs real? The face is on to discover alien life in the universe! Join space expert Joalda Morancy on an out-of-this-world adventure in search of aliens. Get ready to crisscross the universe to meet robots on Mars, fly through…
    Book, 2022New York, NY : Neon Squid, 2022. — J 576.839 M829a
  • Join famous monster hunter Van Helsing on a trip around the globe to find haunted castles, restless spirits, terrifying dragons, wicked witches, and more. Learn the defining characteristics of each beast, where it can be found and--most…
    Book, 2019Oakland, CA : Lonely Planet Global Limited, 2019. — JUV 133.1 MAG
  • Beastly Tales will introduce kids to everything they need to know about famous mysterious monsters including the Yeti, Bigfoot, and the Loch Ness Monster.
    Book, 2023New York : DK Publishing, [2023] — J 001.944 Y65b
  • The Big Book of Monsters

    the Creepiest Creatures From Classic Literature

    Johnson, Hal,
    Profiles twenty-five monsters from mythology, folklore, and literature, from Medusa the gorgon and Polyphemus the cyclops to Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and the headless horseman of Sleepy Hollow.
    Book, 2019New York : Workman Publishing, [2019] — J 398.45 J67b
  • Does the Loch Ness monster really exist? Whatever happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste? And where exactly are the Hanging Gardens of Babylon? Get ready to be amazed as you uncover the world's greatest mysteries, from Bigfoot to the Bermuda…
    Book, 2023Lincoln, MA : Nosy Crow Inc., 2023. — J 031.02 A218b
  • A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of Bigfoot, the hairy mythological creatures known for their large footprints. Also included is a story from folklore about a woodsman who feeds Bigfoot.
    Book, 2022Mankato, Minnesota : Creative Education and Creative Paperbacks, [2022] — J 001.944 G532b
  • An in-depth study of Bigfoot, examining legends, popular reports, and scientific evidence that supports or refutes the existence of the mysterious phenomenon.
    Book, 2021Mankato, Minnesota : Creative Education/Creative Paperbacks, [2021] — J 001.944 K18b
  • Readers learn about all the sightings of the legendary monster Bigfoot, from the famous photograph and video to footprints and other evidence. It also discusses additional history about the monster, such as how Bigfoot became a major figure in…
    Book, 2017New York : Little Bee Books, [2017] — j001.944 PEA
  • Two huge creatures spot each other. One disappears into the snowy woods. The other darts after him. A battle is looming between Bigfoot and Yeti, but who will win? Both cryptids are big, tall, and hairy. They are also strong. Readers can compare…
    Book, 2025North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, [2025] — J 001.944 Ray
  • A Bunyip crawls out of the swamp and roars. A Chupacabra emerges from the trees and flashes its fangs. Both cryptids are fierce, but who would win in a battle? That question and more are answered in this entertaining hi-lo book that highlights each…
    Book, 2025North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone, [2025] — J 001.944 Gol
  • Catching Cryptids

    the Scientific Search for Mysterious Creatures

    Long, Kim,
    Creatures like the Kraken, Loch Ness monster, and Mongolian Death Worm have captured the world's attention for years. But if these animals are real, where's the proof? With advances in wildlife science, we may finally possess the tools needed to…
    Book, 2025Philadelphia, PA : Running Press Kids, 2025. — JUV 001.944 LON
  • Cryptozoology is the study of mysterious creatures that fall between the realm of real and imaginary on the scientific spectrum. The Cryptid Creature Field Guide offers a closer look at fifty of these amazing creatures, examining the best possible…
    Book, 2019Seattle : Little Bigfoot, an imprint of Sasquatch Books, [2019] — J 001.944 HAL
  • One looks like a dog. The other looks like a goat. But Dogman and Goatman are not your average pets! Discover who would win in a fight between the two crypids.
    Book, 2025North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone, [2025] — J 001.944 Ray
  • Frightlopedia

    An Encyclopedia of Everything Scary, Creepy, and Spine-chilling, From Arachnids to Zombies

    Winterbottom, Julie,
    Combining fact, fiction and hands-on activities, this illustrated A-Z collection of some of the world's most frightening places, scariest stories and most gruesome creatures--both real and imagined--is perfect for kids who love scary stuff, whether…
    Book, 2016New York : Workman Publishing, [2016] — JUV 031.02 WIN
  • Legendary creatures abound. From Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster to Mothman and the Chupacabra, sightings of mystifying beings have spanned the globe throughout the ages.
    Book, 2017North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, 2017. — JUV 001.944 OMO
  • Nestled in the lush green hills of the Scotland Highlands lies Loch Ness, a deep, murky lake with a storied history. It is also the home of the Loch Ness Monster. Numerous stories and photographs by people claiming to have spotted the mysterious…
    Book, 2025New York : Scholastic Focus, 2025. — J 001.944 FLE
  • Two winged, red-eyed creatures face off in this imagining of what would happen should these two legendary creatures meet.
    Book, 2025North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone, [2025] — J 001.944 Gol
  • Amazing images accompany engaging information about kraken. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7.
    Book, 2021Minneapolis, MN : Bellwether Media, 2021. — JUV 594.58 TRO
  • In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest creatures and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, Kraken or Hydra? You'll have to read to find out.…
    Book, 2020Ann Arbor, Michigan : Cherry Lake Publishing, 2020. — J 398.2454 L833k