The Stolen Kraken

by Kate Tremaine, Jared Sams (Illustrator)

Overview

The kraken is the biggest monster in the sea. And in the 1950s, it seems to be headed straight for Boston! Marcus, Jorge, and Amy travel in Tío's time machine to the world of the Red Sox and Boston Harbor, racing to find the kraken and send it back to the northern seas where it belongs. Their journey takes them from Fenway Park to a high seas adventure as they learn about the culture of the 1950s, the mythology of the kraken, and even some marine biology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781534178458
Publisher:	Torch Graphic Press
Publication date:	08/01/2020
Series:	The Secret Society of Monster Hunters
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	66 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	9 - 10 Years

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2020

Gr 4–8—This graphic novel series features a spunky group of children who use their uncle's time machine to locate supernatural creatures and keep them hidden from the public. In each book, the friends travel to a different decade in the 20th century to seek out a creature, including a Kraken in 1950s Boston, a poltergeist in 1990s Seattle, and a fairy in 1920s Harlem. A packing list of essential items, such as clothes and accessories to wear to fit in, is included. There is also information that explains important events and pop culture. Information boxes and vocabulary are scattered throughout the pages; each title includes a related activity. The pages are filled with bold, bright colors and feature a diverse cast of characters. However, the narratives sometimes jump forward as if panels are missing, and the historical information is on the lighter side. VERDICT While not a comprehensive study, this is the perfect series for kids who claim to hate history. Readers will learn fascinating facts without realizing it.

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