unidentified flying objects

Describes the Air Force base called Area 51 where the Air Force conducts secret tests that some people claim involve unidentified flying objects and aliens.

"In a universe that stretches across billions of light years, can Earth really be the only home of intelligent life? This book avoids the sensationalism often attached to discussions about UFOs and aliens. Instead, science is coupled with historical information and firsthand sightings to teach students about responsible research, evaluation of sources, and critical thinking, even when confronted with mysterious topics"--Provided by the publisher.

Explores the mysteries that surround Area 51, discussing the history of the once secret military base, strange sightings in the area, links to the government, and conspiracy theories associated with the base.

Examines eye-witness accounts of encounters with UFOs and alien beings.

"Stories of alien encounters are told using eyewitness accounts in graphic novel format"--.

"Five days ago, a massive UFO crashed in the Midwest, killing thousands of people. Since then, nothing--or no one--has come out. If it were up to Alice, she'd be watching all of this on the news from Miami, Florida. Instead, she's the newest student at a boarding school not far from the crash site--because her dad is the director of special projects for NASA, and if anything is a special project, it's this"--Dust jacket.

"Many people think that aliens have visited Earth. Some have seen strange lights and mysterious objects in the sky, while others claim to have met beings from other worlds. 'Visitors from Space' takes [readers] on a ... journey into this mysterious world. From UFOs that appear and suddenly vanish, and close encounters with alien beings, to ... spacecraft crashes ... "--Back cover.

Reports by UFOlogists on UFO sightings and findings from around the world.

"Engaging images accompany information about UFOs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"A.J. and the gang at Ella Mentry School are in for a super surprise when a new teacher, Mr. Cooper, takes over their third grade class"--Provided by publisher.