In this informative book about ogres, Rachel Lynette begins with a German fairy tale.  The origin of the word “ogre” is unknown, but can be found in tales dating back to Beowulf.  What they look like, where they live, what they eat, and intelligence/behavior vary from story to story although the one thing in common is the desire for human flesh.  Lynette mentions several fairy and folk tales from around the world in which ogres can be found and provides a short summary of the tale.  The book concludes with information about the transition of ogres from a written tale to film.  Computer generated animation allows designers free-reign over their creations.  Each chapter has notes naming resources and tales mentioned.  Also in the back is a glossary, books for further reading, websites and an extensive index.  This would be a good addition to elementary libraries.