jordansellers's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
4.0
kmac07's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. It could’ve included more cryptids and the illustrations are either really good or just sort of childish. No offense to the artist, I’d just rather have grisly, scary artwork for cryptids than images of cryptids that resemble Pokémon or something other. Still a fun book, especially for younger kids and stuff.
graypeape's review against another edition
4.0
An interesting book for kids, on an interesting subject. What kid isn't intrigued by mysterious creatures like Bigfoot, Nessie, and so many others? This handy guide will give the kiddos a good run-down of cryptids, including a reality rating system, with one star denoting a proven hoax (like Piltdown Man), 6 stars a creature that's been proven real (like the coelacanth), and the varying degrees of likelihood in between. Each creatures gets a few sketches, done field notebook-style, showing an adult, a juvenile, and a skull. The information on each creature includes where it's found, when it was first sited, eyewitness accounts, etc. This would be a fun addition to any child's book collection, and will most likely be added to my nephews' library when they get a little older.
#CryptidCreatures #NetGalley
#CryptidCreatures #NetGalley
midwifekt's review against another edition
5.0
This is really enjoyable. I appreciate the artwork, the "reality rating," the pronunciation guide, and the factoids and the interesting asides about cryptid-related things. I like the inclusion of straight-up hoaxes and the explanations of them. I think this would be a great book to have at home to dip in and out of vs. a straight read-through, although it would be fine for that too if it's your jam.
There is an appendix with cryptids sorted by type; I would have liked another with cryptids sorted by region (although region is mentioned next to the cryptid in the existing appendix). There is a "Read More About It" section with further information, although specific sources aren't cited in the text. There is a glossary.
I received an electronic ARC of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
There is an appendix with cryptids sorted by type; I would have liked another with cryptids sorted by region (although region is mentioned next to the cryptid in the existing appendix). There is a "Read More About It" section with further information, although specific sources aren't cited in the text. There is a glossary.
I received an electronic ARC of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
etienne02's review against another edition
4.0
Entertaining book about those many «mythical» creatures or creatures that might exist. Intriguing, some are truly mythic, some might be real, who knows, but it was just a fun read to learn about those creatures. It was also intriguing to see how some pop up in many different culture/country, on different name, but more or less always the same creature. I enjoy it, without taking it too seriously!
snailsforlove's review
4.0
The drawings in this are adorable and I really like that there is a rating system for how likely the existence of each cryptid is based on the evidence so far. Especially as a book for kids, these two things make it very accessible and model how to assess information and sources without taking all the fun and mystery out of life.
I do wish that they included some of the photos or drawings referenced as evidence, but sticking with cutesy drawing probably cuts down on kids getting too freaked out by the idea of monsters.
I do wish that they included some of the photos or drawings referenced as evidence, but sticking with cutesy drawing probably cuts down on kids getting too freaked out by the idea of monsters.
booksatlunch's review
5.0
This was a super fun read! It's a great overview of cryptids from around the world - many of which I found myself doing more research on. It's got illustrations to go along with each creature - and I have to admit the illustrations of the babies might have been my favorite part. I will say, I didn't always agree with the ratings - but I do like the air of mystery it creates. This book would be perfect for kids curious in the unknown and I might pick up a copy for my younger cousins!
Thanks to Netgalley for a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to Netgalley for a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
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