Fantastic Folklore for Kids:Cryptids, Monsters, and Mythical Creatures from Around the World

Step into a world of mystery and imagination with this collection of folklore and tales of cryptids from around the globe, featuring legendary creatures like Bigfoot, the chupacabra, the Loch Ness Monster, and more.

From hidden water dwellers and winged beasts to mischievous shape-shifters, discover the creatures and legends behind some of the world’s most unusual folktales, from North America to Japan, Scandinavia, and beyond. Learn about cryptids—mysterious creatures said to exist but not proven by science—and the tales and reported sightings that keep these legends alive.  

• Meet unforgettable creatures with profiles that reveal how to say their names, where they come from, and what they’re known for 

• Dive into captivating tales that are thrilling, imaginative, and perfect for readers ages 8 to 12 

• Discover fun facts and cryptid questions that deepen understanding and spark curiosity 

• Explore global legends and the strange, spooky ways people across cultures have tried to explain the unknown 
• Give a gift kids will love—perfect for curious readers interested in mythology, monsters, and mysterious creatures.

Filled with fascinating facts and engaging storytelling, this book delivers just the right amount of spooky fun. | Frank Lesser is an Emmy-winning writer for The Colbert Report who’s also written for At Home with Amy Sedaris. When he isn’t writing ad copy, he’s writing about monsters. He’s the author of a humor book about sad monsters called Sad Monsters: Growling on the Outside, Crying on the Inside and the creator of an animated series about monsters in therapy called You’re Not a Monster.