Gargoyles: Monsters in Stones

by Jennifer Dussling

Book Overview

Describes different kinds of gargoyles, how they are created, and how they function as waterspouts. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0448419610
• ISBN13: 9780448419619
• Release Date: June 1999
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3

Customer Reviews

A gathering of gargoyles

"Gargoyles: Monsters in Stone" is a fine educational book by young readers. Jennifer Dussling's text is accompanied by Peter Church's charming full-color illustrations. Together, these collaborators explain the story behind the stone gargoyles that can be seen high up on many buildings.The book explains the practical function of the gargoyles (to drain water from buildings). The book also explains how a stone carver creates a gargoyle, and illustrates various types of gargoyles. The illustrations are particularly pleasing, as are the Celtic-looking design borders that are used on the pages. A must-have for kids with an interest in the topic.

Never too young for gargoyles

You know what? My daughter, 23 months, LOVES this book. Gargoyle (or rather, "ga-goyle") has become one of her favorite words. She asks for this book by name frequently, and excitedly points out gargoyles she sees on local buildings in Chicago. This is a pleasant change of pace from the usual childhood fare.

More Than An Easy Reader!

Children will walk away from this easy reader with a wealth of knowledge about gargoyles! The illustrations complement the rich and accessible text by giving a medieval feel! A great read aloud! A great independent read!