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Highlights
- Learn how to find Kraken, Mothman, Microbats, and more in this fun, fact-filled, STEM-based cryptozoology book for fans of The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures.
- 8-12 Years
- 8.6" x 6.2" Hardcover
- 144 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, General
Description
Book Synopsis
Learn how to find Kraken, Mothman, Microbats, and more in this fun, fact-filled, STEM-based cryptozoology book for fans of The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures. For years the kraken was considered a mythical beast. Then, in 2004, high-tech cameras captured a photo of a living giant squid. Advances in technology have provided scientists with new tools to study previously undiscovered/unresearched habitats: high-tech cameras, forensic analysis, underwater robots, bioacoustics, infrared sensors, drones, remote control photography and measurement tools, airborne DNA, footprint identification, and more. Catching Cryptids explores these technological advances in a fun way by pairing them with mythical creatures and discussing how modern technology could be used to locate or "catch" these beasts. The book includes a mini history of each cryptid, along with interesting facts about the corresponding field of science, and spot illustrations throughout. Featuring over 45 creatures found on land, in water, and among the skies, Catching Cryptids will leave readers wondering what's next? The phoenix? Dragons? The possibilities are endless! A Junior Library Guild (JLG) Gold Standard Selection!Review Quotes
"This wondrous STEM offering is sure to capture the imagination of cryptid enthusiasts and ensnare the attention of curious scientists and explorers."--Booklist, starred review
"A handy guide to high-tech, low-tech, and no-tech tools for tracking down Mongolian death worms and similarly elusive creatures worldwide... Stimulating fare for both outdoor and armchair cryptid hunters."--Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Kim Long is a middle child and the only one of her siblings who did not pursue a true profession in math or science. Instead, she finds herself writing books featuring . . . math and science. Go figure. Her middle grade novel, Lexi Magill and the Teleportation Tournament was a Texas Bluebonnet Master List Selection. When not writing, she enjoys biking, board games, and hanging out with friends and family. Nicole Miles is an illustrator from The Bahamas who currently lives in West Yorkshire (UK) with her pet snake and human boyfriend. She loves any opportunity to inform and entertain with her illustrations.Dimensions (Overall): 8.6 Inches (H) x 6.2 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Sub-Genre: General
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages: 144
Publisher: Running Press Kids
Format: Hardcover
Author: Kim Long
Language: English
Street Date: May 6, 2025
TCIN: 93881634
UPC: 9780762485758
Item Number (DPCI): 247-05-8327
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.7 inches length x 6.2 inches width x 8.6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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