Science of Zombies

Are zombies real? In this title, readers learn about the history of zombies from ancient times to the present day, including the vodou religion, why people believed, media portrayals of zombies, and scientific explanations for zombie stories. Read the shocking zombie experience of Haitian Clairvius Narcisse! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars This series dissects the science behind folklore's scariest monsters and most spine-chilling powers! The text shares the history behind each creature and myth: Why did people invent these monsters and powers, believe in them, or claim to have seen or possess them? Each title examines the scientific possibility that the topic could exist. Readers are prompted to make their own hypothesis: could [ghosts/vampires/psychic powers] exist? Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.