Cranston Public Library

For centuries, eyewitnesses around the world - from America to Africa, Argentina to Scotland - have reported sightings of dark, mysterious creatures in area lakes that surface briefly, only to quickly disappear. While the most famous lake monsters, those living in Loch Ness and Lake Champlain, have gained international notoriety, hundreds of lakes around the world are said to shelter these shadowy creatures. Lake Monster Mysteries is the first book...

Text and photographs explore a northern lake and its wildlife.

A handbook describing and illustrating some of the common animals and plants found in or near ponds, lakes, streams, and marshes.

"Open the flaps to follow Nessie Baby over the course of a fun-filled day in a fantastical imagining of Scotland's Loch Ness. Nessie Baby! is swimming with fun references to the world's most famous cryptid along with Scotland's lesser known but no less amazing mythic creatures, including selkies, kelpies, and the mythical white stag. Young readers and pre-readers will discover the details of this beautiful world alongside their Nessie Baby avatar,...

"Board books put images and words in the hands of young children who are eager to learn. Feed their curiosity and jump-start their education with the Mamas and Babies series of board books. Let Lake Mamas and Babies capture the interest of your family's youngest nature lovers, ages 0-5. The board book introduces 10 baby critters (and their moms!) commonly found near lakes across North America. Written by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife...