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Cats
David Alderton
Paperback (Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd, Nov. 16, 2000)The visual recognition guides in this series are designed to make identification as simple and accurate as possible. Each volume contains clear photographs and artwork with text. This handbook focuses on cats.
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Witches Handbook
Mónica Carretero, Jon Brokenbrow
Hardcover (Cuento de Luz, April 1, 2012)Winner at the 2012 International Latino Book AwardsAn entertaining and “bewitchingly” illustrated guide that will delight those who dare to venture into the mysterious witches world. Guided Reading Level: N, Lexile Level: 900L
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Werewolves
Sean McCollum
Hardcover (Raintree, Sept. 10, 2015)Stories about ferocious werewolves killing everything in their paths have been around for thousands of years. Take young readers on a trip through time to learn about ancient and medieval lore about werewolves. Then explore how werewolf stories have changed over time until these monsters became the troubled and distant creatures often seen in today's popular culture.
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Knight's Handbook
Sam Taplin
Spiral-bound (Usborne Publishing, Limited, March 15, 2009)From holding lances to courtly dances, this is the ultimate guide for the novice knight, covering everything from sieges to swordplay, feasts to fights and crusades to courtly love. Written in a lively, humorous and engaging style, this book is packed with a wealth of fascinating and informative historical detail that brings the period of medieval knights and valour vividly to life. Wittily illustrated by Ian McNee, this is the handbook that every chivalrous young knight will want to have tucked in his chainmail.
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Roman Soldier's Handbook
Lesley Sims
Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2006)Book by Sims, Lesley
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Pirate Handbook
Mónica Carretero, Jon Brokenbrow
Hardcover (Cuento de Luz, May 1, 2011)Winner at the 2011 International Latino Book AwardsDiscover everything you ever wanted to know about the crazy world of Pirates in a fun-packed book full of illustrations and humor.Guided Reading Level: N, Lexile Level: 830L
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Herbs
Lesley Bremness
Paperback (Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd, Nov. 16, 2000)The visual recognition guides in this series are designed to make identification as simple and accurate as possible. Each volume contains clear photographs and artwork with text. This title focuses on herbs.
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Monster Counting Book
Kate Daubney
Hardcover (Caterpillar Books, March 1, 2011)Book by Daubney, Kate
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Vampires
Alicia Z Klepeis
Hardcover (Raintree, Sept. 10, 2015)Stories about hungry vampires hunting for a meal of fresh blood have been around for thousands of years. Take young readers on a trip through time to learn about ancient and medieval lore about vampires. Then explore how vampire stories have changed over time until these bloodthirsty monsters became the lonesome and tortured creatures often seen in today's popular culture.
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Pharaoh's Handbook
Sam Taplin
Spiral-bound (Usborne, Jan. 1, 2009)An informative guide for young Pharaohs, this handbook gives an insider's view of what it was like to rule the Land of the Pyramids. It provides everything power-hungry young scarabs need to know to become Pharaoh, run their country smoothly and to build the greatest of monuments to ensure their legacy stands the test of time. It includes helpful tips on how to be mummified and survive the journey to the afterlife. Witty illustrations complement the text creating a friendly and accessible introduction to Ancient Egyptian history.
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Zombies
Steve Goldsworthy
Paperback (Raintree, Oct. 6, 2016)Stories about the walking dead searching for a meal of warm flesh have been around for thousands of years. Take readers on a trip through time to learn about ancient and medieval lore about zombies. Then explore how zombie stories have changed over time until these creatures became some of the most popular monsters seen in today's popular culture.
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Princess Handbook
Susanna Davidson
Hardcover-spiral (Usborne, Aug. 16, 2009)Written in conjunction with "Princess Beatrice von Preussen of York", this fun-packed guide is the perfect treat for every little girl who has ever dreamed of becoming a beautiful princess. Handy hints on how to dress, etiquette for formal occasions and how to find prince charming are complemented with detail about real-life princesses around the world, and a quiz to establish your princess personality. Written in a humorous, lively and engaging style, this is the book that every little princess will want tucked into her handbag.