How did the Yeti become the Abominable Snowman? Do phantom cats prowl the wild? What on earth is the Chuchunya? Cryptids and Creatures takes the Into the Unknown series on a quest to find mysterious beasts that some believe exist despite a lack of evidence. The story looks at both sides of the argument to let readers make up their own minds. Color photos spark the imagination. Bonus facts add details while a timeline traces the history and hoaxes surrounding famous cryptids. A glossary defines important words. Lists of books and online resources guide students who wish to further explore the topic.