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Follow along as award-winning author Candace Fleming uses all of her nonfiction tools and storytelling prowess to investigate the enduring mystery surrounding the existence of the Loch Ness Monster.
Is it an otter? Is it a seal? Is it a log? Or is it a monster, lurking beneath the surface? Dive in, and you may just find out...
Nestled in the hills of Scotland lies Loch Ness, a deep, murky lake with a long, storied history. But we know it as the home of the Loch Ness Monster, a mysterious creature that has long captivated the imaginations of people around the world.
In 1933, the most well-known article detailing an eyewitness account of the Loch Ness Monster was published, gaining immediate public attention. Since then, numerous articles have been published by people claiming to have seen the legend, a creature described as looking like a dinosaur, or dragon. Then, in 1934, the first photographs of the creature were released. The race was on to uncover the truth. Decades later, after numerous expeditions, documentaries, firsthand accounts, pictures, and videos, the world still questions the existence of this monster.
Now, Sibert Award-winning author Candace Fleming uses all of her nonfiction tools, investigatory skills, and storytelling prowess to dive into the legend. Follow along as she considers the evidence and tries to discern between fact and fiction, all in hopes of finding the answer to the question that has long inspired the world: is the Loch Ness Monster fact, or fiction?
Praise for The Enigma Girls: How Ten Teenagers Broke Ciphers, Kept Secrets, and Helped Win World War II:
* "This compulsively readable, compellingly written book will appeal to a broad audience, from readers already interested in World War II to those who are new to the subject... A gripping narrative celebrating teen girls' underrecognized contributions to Allied war efforts." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "A thrilling account... Fleming does it again! Purchase this compelling blend of WWII, cryptography, and women's history that will mesmerize middle schoolers and inspire them to make an indelible impact on history, too." -- School Library Journal, starred review
Praise for Crash from Outer Space: Unraveling the Mystery of Flying Saucers, Alien Beings, and Roswell:
* "An exhilarating read, a useful classroom resource, and ultimately an illuminating look at human nature and the modern fascination with UFOs." -- Booklist, starred review
"...perfect for young readers who want the 'who-what-when-where-why' of America's most notorious purported alien sightings...As Fleming details some infamous reports of U.F.O.s and U.A.P.s (unidentified aerial phenomena), she appeals to young readers to think critically and apply the Sagan Standard: "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence." This, to my mind, makes her book particularly worthwhile, a much-needed counter to the tangled history of fraudulent sightings." -- The New York Times
Praise for The Curse of the Mummy:
* "In Fleming's capable hands, the story of the boy king and Howard Carter's discovery of his tomb brims with enthusiasm, wonder, and mystique." -- Booklist, starred review
"The Curse of the Mummy... will draw children's interest with a sense of lurid promise and keep them reading..." -- Wall Street Journal
Praise for The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia:
Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Literature
Winner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Nonfiction
A Robert F. Sibert Honor Book
A YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award Finalist
Winner of the Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction
* "A remarkable human story, told with clarity and confidence." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "A wonderful introduction to this era in Russian history and a great read for those already familiar with it." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "For readers who regard history as
Is it an otter? Is it a seal? Is it a log? Or is it a monster, lurking beneath the surface? Dive in, and you may just find out...
Nestled in the hills of Scotland lies Loch Ness, a deep, murky lake with a long, storied history. But we know it as the home of the Loch Ness Monster, a mysterious creature that has long captivated the imaginations of people around the world.
In 1933, the most well-known article detailing an eyewitness account of the Loch Ness Monster was published, gaining immediate public attention. Since then, numerous articles have been published by people claiming to have seen the legend, a creature described as looking like a dinosaur, or dragon. Then, in 1934, the first photographs of the creature were released. The race was on to uncover the truth. Decades later, after numerous expeditions, documentaries, firsthand accounts, pictures, and videos, the world still questions the existence of this monster.
Now, Sibert Award-winning author Candace Fleming uses all of her nonfiction tools, investigatory skills, and storytelling prowess to dive into the legend. Follow along as she considers the evidence and tries to discern between fact and fiction, all in hopes of finding the answer to the question that has long inspired the world: is the Loch Ness Monster fact, or fiction?
Praise for The Enigma Girls: How Ten Teenagers Broke Ciphers, Kept Secrets, and Helped Win World War II:
* "This compulsively readable, compellingly written book will appeal to a broad audience, from readers already interested in World War II to those who are new to the subject... A gripping narrative celebrating teen girls' underrecognized contributions to Allied war efforts." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "A thrilling account... Fleming does it again! Purchase this compelling blend of WWII, cryptography, and women's history that will mesmerize middle schoolers and inspire them to make an indelible impact on history, too." -- School Library Journal, starred review
Praise for Crash from Outer Space: Unraveling the Mystery of Flying Saucers, Alien Beings, and Roswell:
* "An exhilarating read, a useful classroom resource, and ultimately an illuminating look at human nature and the modern fascination with UFOs." -- Booklist, starred review
"...perfect for young readers who want the 'who-what-when-where-why' of America's most notorious purported alien sightings...As Fleming details some infamous reports of U.F.O.s and U.A.P.s (unidentified aerial phenomena), she appeals to young readers to think critically and apply the Sagan Standard: "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence." This, to my mind, makes her book particularly worthwhile, a much-needed counter to the tangled history of fraudulent sightings." -- The New York Times
Praise for The Curse of the Mummy:
* "In Fleming's capable hands, the story of the boy king and Howard Carter's discovery of his tomb brims with enthusiasm, wonder, and mystique." -- Booklist, starred review
"The Curse of the Mummy... will draw children's interest with a sense of lurid promise and keep them reading..." -- Wall Street Journal
Praise for The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia:
Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Literature
Winner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Nonfiction
A Robert F. Sibert Honor Book
A YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award Finalist
Winner of the Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction
* "A remarkable human story, told with clarity and confidence." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "A wonderful introduction to this era in Russian history and a great read for those already familiar with it." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "For readers who regard history as