Hamish McHaggis and the Search for the Loch Ness Monster

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This series of four picture books follows the adventures of Hamish McHaggis and his friends as they visit various destinations throughout Scotland. Hamish McHaggis is a lovable, happy-go-lucky Haggis recognizable by his orange fur, big red nose, and tartan hat. In tow are the skeptical Rupert Harold the Third, a Hedgehog and English gent, the cheeky and mischievous Pine Marten, and Angus and Jeannie, two accident-prone Osprey. Colorfully illustrated, the captivating stories will educate and show more reveal the geography and history of Scotland and leave children wanting to know more about Scotland. The friends take the skeptical Rupert to find Nessie. show less

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tripleblessings 819 reviews

One of a good series of tourist souvenir books for children, introducing Scottish places, Scots words and phrases, and other cultural and historical facts. Light-hearted reading for preschool to grade 2. Here the friends visit Loch Ness.

Jul 5, 2006

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