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Books in Investigating the Unexplained series

  • UFOs

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Most sightings of unidentified flying objects can be explained--but not all of them. Those that cannot be are the focus of investigation by UFO researchers. They use video cameras, binoculars, radar, and other technology together with eyewitness accounts to try and identify strange objects in the sky. Students who read this title will find themselves later wondering: what is that strange object in the sky? Narrative openings make the readers feel like they are on the hunt. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels support the connection between text and photos. Hunter Toolbox infographic give a visual explanation of the high-tech instruments used in investigations. Infographics on famous expeditions delve into the history of the topic. Maps call out where the phenomena occur.
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  • ESP

    Paige V. Polinsky

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Have you ever had a dream that seemed to come true? Or known a persons thoughts before they said a word? You just might have extrasensory perception, or ESP! This book explores parapsychology, clairvoyance, and many experiments that set out to prove or disprove psychic powers. A narrative opening pulls the reader into the text, while helpful sidebars examine a famous experiment and the different types of ESP. Young readers can decide for themselves: is ESP fact or fraud? What was that? Grab a flashlight, put on your detective hat, and prepare to explore the paranormal! Science and spookiness merge in this thrilling series, which investigates aliens, hauntings, and other curious cases. Readers will learn the history behind the mystery, examine the technology used in modern investigations, and weigh opposing theories.
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  • The Bermuda Triangle

    Paige V. Polinsky

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Dozens of ships and planes have vanished without a trace in the Bermuda Triangle. Are giant rogue waves the culprit? Or could it be something more otherworldly? This title explores the theories, tools, and technology used to investigate the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle. Diagrams and other features look at the science behind some of the techniques and profile a famous investigation. Young readers can examine the evidence and draw their own conclusions about the secrets of the Bermuda Triangle. What was that? Grab a flashlight, put on your detective hat, and prepare to explore the paranormal! Science and spookiness merge in this thrilling series, which investigates aliens, hauntings, and other curious cases. Readers will learn the history behind the mystery, examine the technology used in modern investigations, and weigh opposing theories.
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  • Atlantis

    Paige V. Polinsky

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Plato first told the tale of Atlantis centuries ago, but the legend of the lost city persists. With daring deep-sea dives, exciting archeological digs, and high-tech mapping projects, researchers are determined to find out what happened to the shining city that once stood. Discover how people are searching for Atlantis, and explore the gear they use and the science behind how it works in special sidebars. This high-interest title gives young Atlantologists the evidence they need to uncover the truth about the lost city for themselves. What was that? Grab a flashlight, put on your detective hat, and prepare to explore the paranormal! Science and spookiness merge in this thrilling series, which investigates aliens, hauntings, and other curious cases. Readers will learn the history behind the mystery, examine the technology used in modern investigations, and weigh opposing theories.
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  • Ghost Ships

    Paige V. Polinsky

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    A flaming ship appears on the horizon. It sails closer and closer to land, when suddenly, it vanishes! With engaging research, maps, and easy-to-read infographics, this high-interest title explores the spooky history of phantom ships. A special profile tells of a famous example, while diagrams explain the science behind the technology used to investigate these occurrences. Readers will be left wondering, are these ships just a trick of the light? Or do ghosts truly haunt the seas? What was that? Grab a flashlight, put on your detective hat, and prepare to explore the paranormal! Science and spookiness merge in this thrilling series, which investigates aliens, hauntings, and other curious cases. Readers will learn the history behind the mystery, examine the technology used in modern investigations, and weigh opposing theories.
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  • Loch Ness Monster, The

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Does a giant sea monster live beneath the surface of Loch Ness in Scotland? Reachers have used cameras, sonar, and other technology in hopes of finding this legendary creature. This title explores the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster, the tools and technology used to search for it, and examines the evidence gathered to date, letting the reader make their own conclusion about the existence of this beast beneath the water. Narrative openings make the readers feel like they are on the hunt. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels support the connection between text and photos. Hunter Toolbox infographic give a visual explanation of the high-tech instruments used in investigations. Infographics on famous expeditions delve into the history of the topic. Maps call out where the phenomena occur.
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  • Alien Abductions

    Lisa Owings

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Are we alone in the universe? Those that believe in alien abductions think they know the answer. This title explores the mysteries of alien abductions and the tools and technology behind researching them to debate the question of whether aliens have ever visited Earth. Narrative openings make the readers feel like they are on the hunt. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels support the connection between text and photos. Hunter Toolbox infographic give a visual explanation of the high-tech instruments used in investigations. Infographics on famous expeditions delve into the history of the topic. Maps call out where the phenomena occur.
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  • Ghosts

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Creaking doors, gusts of wind, eerie sounds--could these be the signs of ghosts? Ghost hunters have tried for years to prove the existence of ghosts through photos, videos, and sound recordings. This book investigates reports of ghosts, illuminates the tools and technology used to search for ghosts, and leaves the reader wondering whether or not there are spirits among us! Narrative openings make the readers feel like they are on the hunt. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels support the connection between text and photos. Hunter Toolbox infographic give a visual explanation of the high-tech instruments used in investigations. Infographics on famous expeditions delve into the history of the topic. Maps call out where the phenomena occur.
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  • Bigfoot

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Reports of Bigfoot go back to the early 1800s. Since then, several footprints, films, and pictures have been used as evidence that Sasquatch roams the Pacific Northwest. This title examines the history of Bigfoot reports, the tools and technology used by researchers, and considers whether or not Bigfoot exists. Narrative openings make the readers feel like they are on the hunt. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels support the connection between text and photos. Hunter Toolbox infographic give a visual explanation of the high-tech instruments used in investigations. Infographics on famous expeditions delve into the history of the topic. Maps call out where the phenomena occur.
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  • Haunted Houses

    Lisa Owings

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Reports of haunted houses go back to ancient Rome. People who claim to have witnessed hauntings tell of strange sounds, objects that move on their own, and ethereal spirits. Readers will learn about the history of hauntings, why skeptics claim they are not real, and how researchers use technology to try and find proof of these unwanted visitors in our homes! Narrative openings make the readers feel like they are on the hunt. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels support the connection between text and photos. Hunter Toolbox infographic give a visual explanation of the high-tech instruments used in investigations. Infographics on famous expeditions delve into the history of the topic. Maps call out where the phenomena occur.
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  • The Mysterious Secrets of Dreams

    Carl R Green, William R Sanford

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Oct. 1, 2011)
    Did you ever have a dream about winning the lottery? Have you ever had a nightmare with a giant monster chasing you? Believe it or not, you actually dream every night. Dreams are an essential part of our sleep process, and we can learn a lot about our daily lives from them. So why do we dream and what do they mean? Authors Carl R. Green and William R. Sanford unlock the secrets of dreams and other paranormal phenomena show you how to explore your own dream theater in this book for reluctant readers.
  • The Mystery of Fortune-Telling

    Carl R Green, William R Sanford

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Oct. 1, 2011)
    Do you want to know about your future? Do you think someone can predict what will happen before it actually does? Since ancient times, people have gone to fortune-tellers, shamans, and seers to find out about their futures. People have tried tea leaves, tarot cards, crystal balls, and many other methods to predict the future. But do any of these actually work? Authors Carl R. Green and William R. Sanford investigate the mysterious art of fortune-telling and the paranormal and leave it up to you to decide if it is real or fantasy in this book for reluctant readers.