Legends tell of beautiful creatures living deep in the ocean, ready to either help passing ships or lure sailors to their graves. From fairy tales to films, mermaids have captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a mermaid's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Phonetics Photo captions Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents Stories of mythical creatures can be found all over the world. Some ancient legends are shared in cultures across the globe, while other stories are specific to a certain place. From the depths of Loch Ness in Scotland to the deserts of the Middle East and everywhere in between, this series explores the legendary creatures that have captured the world's imagination. Young readers will enjoy learning about mermaids, werewolves, Bigfoot, unicorns, and more. Each title is filled with vivid, exciting images and a diagram detailing what characteristics make these creatures special. Additional features to aid in further comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author

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