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The Official Pokémon Handbook

The Official Pokémon Handbook

zoom enlarge 		Author: Maria S. Barbo
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Category: Book

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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 63 reviews
Sales Rank: 43885

Media: Paperback
Edition: Deluxe Collector's
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5 x 1.9

ISBN: 0439154049
Dewey Decimal Number: 794.8
UPC: 038332166590
EAN: 9780439154048
ASIN: 0439154049

Publication Date: November 1, 1999
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Condition: MARKING INSIDE FRONT COVER, Deluxe Collector's. ACCEPTABLE with noticeable wear to cover and pages. Binding intact. We offer a no hassle guarantee on all our items. Orders are generally shipped no later than next business day. We offer a no hassle guarantee on all our items.
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4 out of 5 stars This is a good resource of information on the first 150 Pokemon, plus Mew and Togepi   January 7, 2009
The book opens with a write-up done from Professor Oak's point of view that gives some background explanations about the Pokemon universe. This is followed by a section called "The Pokemon Journey," which gives a brief explanation about the concept of the Pokemon creatures. Then, the book explains that each Pokemon is identified by at least one element and what colors identify what elements; when you look in the corner of each Pokemon page, you can tell what type it is by the color the corner is. Then, the book explains how someone becomes a Pokemon trainer, how a Pokemon journey begins, and there is a map of the Kanto region. The next section explains the basics of Pokemon battles, and the last introductory page explains how to read each entry in the handbook.

The Pokemon are listed in numerical order, and each Pokemon has the following information included in its listing: a pronunciation of its name, its element, its height, its weight, its main techniques, other techniques it can use, what element or elements the Pokemon is good against, what element or elements that Pokemon is weak against, the type of evolution it is, and what level it evolves at. Each Pokemon also has a paragraph write-up to explain it. Some of the Pokemon also have a "Pokedex Pick," which provides a piece of trivia about that particular Pokemon. The following Pokemon have a "Pokedex Pick": Bulbasaur, Charmeleon, Charizard, Blastoise, Caterpie, Butterfree, Ekans, Pikachu, Raichu, Sandslash, Female Nidoran, Nidorino, Clefairy, Meowth, Persian, Psyduck, Golduck, Poliwag, Tentacool, Ponyta, Muk, Haunter, Gengar, Onix, Krabby, Exeggcute, Hitmonlee, Lickitung, Koffing, Chansey, Tangela, Starmie, Mr. Mime, Electabuzz, Pinsir, Lapras, Aerodactyl, Articuno, and Moltres.

There is a list of the top ten ways to care about your Pokemon, as well as some frequently asked questions. "Secrets of the Gym Leaders" features write-ups on Brock, Misty, Lt. Surge, Erika, Sabrina, Koga, Blaine, and Giovanni. The next section features the four Elite trainers of the Indigo Plateau: Lorelei, Bruno, Agatha, and Lance. This is followed by trainer trivia about Ash Ketchum, Gary Oak, Jessie, James, Professor Oak, Nurse Joy, and Officer Jenny. There is also a sneak preview of Togepi, and a checklist of all the Pokemon in the book. The index in the back lists the Pokemon in alphabetical order, and what page each Pokemon appears on. The book also comes with a poster of all the Pokemon featured in the book.

From the design of the book, as well as the way the book is written, it's obvious that children are the intended audience for the book. However, this book is chock full of valuable information, so adults shouldn't shy away from The Official Pokemon Handbook. I would recommend this book to Pokemon fans and collectors, both young and old.


5 out of 5 stars pokeman   November 19, 2008
this is a very good book. My grandson has been able to read this. loves this


4 out of 5 stars Pokemon Handbook Rocks   November 12, 2008
Bought this for my 8 year old grandson who is a big Pokemon fan. He phoned me to say how much he's enjoying this book.


5 out of 5 stars need it for the pokemon fan   September 23, 2008
I ordered this book for my son who is 4 years old.
This has colorful pictures of pokemon with description.
If you are a pokemon fan, you need this.


5 out of 5 stars Kids 6 and 8 love it   April 19, 2008
The kids just love this book. Amazing how they can sound out each name and read all about these characters. This book tells about the height and weight of the characters so my guys have been measuring and weighing things to get a better idea of how big the characters are. They chat about the different powers and who evolves into what. It is very cute to see my boys enjoy something together. I really feel that their reading skills have improved as well as their understanding of measurement and weight. No, it is not a science, history or math book but they are developing a love of reading and learning a little too!

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