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UFOs or Unidentified Flying Objects have long been a matter of great curiosity and interest for the human habitation on the Earth, particularly from 24th June 1947 when American pilot Kenneth Arnold reported sighting nine circular objects flying across his aeroplane's path in the skies over the state of Washington. His description of their movements as being like "saucers skipping over the water" gave birth to the term 'flying saucer.

What's that steady booming echoing through the mountains? It's the heavy footsteps of a troll. Humans should beware of these creatures' terrible, destructive powers. Have you ever wondered how trolls are born and grow up? What foods they prefer to feast on? What mischief fills their time? Wonder no more! Embark on daring journey to learn all about trolls.

Do you embrace mystery? Or do you need to see it to believe it? This series will challenge your position as you explore the unexplained.

It’s a monster with sharp claws and pointy fangs. It howls at the moon as it hunts for its next meal. Stories of werewolves have been told all around the world. Is it possible the legends are true?

It was a beautiful, mythical city sparkling with riches. But many years ago, a huge wave washed away the entire city. Is it possible the legend of Atlantis is true?

In the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, planes and ships have vanished without a trace. Stories say something is taking these vehicles. Is it possible the legends are true?

Get ready for bone-chilling stories for beginning listeners! Explore frightening cemeteries, haunted houses, spooky libraries, and other scary places in this expertly crafted series for young listeners. Each of the ghostly tales will grab hold of listeners with an icy grip and send chills racing down their spines!

A highly secure military base sits in the middle of the Nevada Desert. What happens inside is kept top secret. Many UFO sightings have been reported nearby. Some people even say alien bodies are stored there. What really goes on behind its highly guarded fences? Explore the theories and learn why Area 51 has become one of history’s greatest mysteries.

Do you embrace mystery? Or do you need to see it to believe it? This series will challenge your position as you explore the unexplained. Real or not, Bigfoot and the other phenomena in these books will make a big impression on young listeners! This volume includes Ghost Ships, Ghosts, Haunted Houses, and Stonehenge.

Do you embrace mystery? Or do you need to see it to believe it? This series will challenge your position as you explore the unexplained. Real or not, Bigfoot and the other phenomena in these books will make a big impression on young listeners! This volume includes Alien Abductions, Area 51, Atlantis, and Bigfoot.

Do crocodiles really cry? Why do fireflies glow in the dark? What is the rhino’s horn made of? Why does the hare eat its own droppings? Collaborate with authors Arefa and Raza H. Tehsin on their mission as wildlife detectives to find out what really happens out in the wild, and why animals behave the way they do.

These are the adventures and discoveries of the scientists who revealed the secrets of the Komodo dragon. This strange creature inspired myth and legend, luring brave souls into the forests of Indonesia to see if the tales were true. In the end, it attracted scientists, who unraveled the mysteries of how such a remarkable creature could exist, how it uses the deadly germs in its saliva to its advantage, and how those microbes may lead to cures for stubborn diseases.

With this Junior Genius Guide to Greek mythology, you’ll become an expert and wow your friends and teachers with all the best ancient stories: how Prometheus outsmarted the gods, how Achilles’s heel led to his death, and how we mere mortals always seem to get mixed up in so many misadventures. With cool trivia and fun quizzes to test your knowledge, this guide will have you on your way to whiz-kid status in no time!

Alien abductions? Mysterious lights in the sky? Could these events actually be the work of extra terrestrials? Get the facts about the top ten UFO and alien mysteries of all time.

Airplanes that soared through ancient skies? An underwater city? Could these unbelievable things ever have existed? Learn about the top 10 ancient mysteries and investigate for yourself.

Learn how fossils teach us about dinosaurs.

Who is this book about? It's a mystery! A worker gives you clues about his job and the equipment he uses to help people in his community. Can you use the clues to guess who it is?

How can massive stones slide across the desert untouched? Can lightning really bounce like a ball? Why was it raining fish in Europe in 2004? Nature holds some of our world's strangest mysteries. Some of the best minds on the planet have tried to explain these unsolved phenomena. Listeners can go on an outdoor adventure to explore some of nature's most puzzling mysteries.

They’re explosive and invisible. They’re extinct and never-ending. What are they? Science mysteries, of course! Get ready to crack the cases and the real science info wide open. You might need your goggles for this one.

Do you love playing tricks on your friends? This book shows you how to bewilder your friends with a mystery smelly balloon! Using simple materials and easy step-by-step instructions, young listeners can explore the science behind this fun project.