This title is meant for ages 9-12. Young people love the mystery that accompanies believing in Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs). To children, the world of the unknown is often much more exciting than the world they know. Yet in their early search for the truth, it's important for young people to know that the vast majority of historical cases of UFOs have been scientifically explained and are not so mysterious after all. In terms that are easy to understand, Klass explains how UFO reports are investigated and explained rationally, the role of the media, and how some people easily become confused by what they believe to be 'extraterrestrial crafts'. Filled with many humorous illustrations and cartoons, "Bringing UFOs Down to Earth" emphasises a healthy scepticism, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving as the best defence against unfounded and extraordinary claims.
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By John Gardner (Illinois) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bringing UFOs Down to Earth (Young Readers) (Paperback)
I used this book as a supplement to a UFO story in a reading textbook in a sixth grade class. The author's specific examples and explanations of UFO phenomena are concrete enough that an eleven-year-old can understand them--and enjoy the discovery of reasonable explanations, as my sixth graders did. I think a number of my students now understand that we don't have to swallow bizarre stories; we can analyze them and consider common-sense explanations. What an empowering small book!
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This review is from: Bringing UFOs Down to Earth (Young Readers) (Paperback)
Klass seems to offer intelligent points. Hynek and others find lack of hoax evidence as proof of authenticity but Klass reminds my students that SCIENCE calls for positive evidence to support a theory, not the lack of evidence to refute a theory. A good lesson in the SCIENTIFIC METHOD that teaches by showing real world mistakes and keeps students interested.
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If you believe...,
By Mad Lawyer (Austin, TX United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bringing UFOs Down to Earth (Young Readers) (Paperback)
...in little green men and conspiracy theories, this book isn't for you. If you are looking for scientific information, this is a great book!
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