unidentified flying objects

Longing to escape the town where his family grew up, Benji and his friends shoot down a flying saucer at the local quarry and confront old tensions when they decide to investigate the ship's mysteries on their own.

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.

Given the vastness of the universe, it is not difficult to imagine the possibility of life—even intelligent life—beyond Earth. Yet whether any extraterrestrial beings have ever made contact with us and if any evidence of this contact exists, remains widely debated. Evaluating tales of alien encounters and UFO sightings with a critical eye, this absorbing volume considers the possibility of extraterrestrial life by carefully separating scientific fact from fiction, hoaxes, and the unprovable. It also examines (3z(Bufology(3y (Band alien life in popular culture, surveying the books, movies, TV shows, and more inspired by the idea of intergalactic contact.

Examines the history of media attention, public awareness, tall tales, and conspiracy theories surrounding Area 51 and the aliens and alien technology said to be there.

"Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about alien legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of aliens, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film. Table of contents, fun facts, critical thinking questions, glossary, and index included."--Provided by publisher.

Scientists are working to recover and retro-engineer alien technology when they hit a snag, something or someone wants the technology back, and Joe Ledger and the Department of Military Sciences rush to help.

Presents information on UFOs, including what a UFO is, research on UFOs, hoaxes and misunderstandings, reported sightings, and different theories that have been proposed to explain the sightings. Includes a glossary and a list of additional resources.

Describes the history of Area 51 in Nevada, discussing mysterious and experimental aircraft, conspiracy theories, and UFOs.

This book gives an investigative approach to the curious phenomena and mysterious circumstances surrounding Area 51, from conspiracy theories to claims of extraterrestrial sightings to hard facts.