INVESTIGATE the facts, EVALUATE the theories, and DISCOVER what really happened! From Bigfoot and UFOs to mega-volcanoes and killer lakes, this colorful and kid-friendly book presents the fascinating intel behind some of the world's most enduring mysteries and catastrophes. Does the Loch Ness Monster actually exist? What made the Black Death so lethal? And was there really a documented case of time travel? From puzzling apparitions and mythical beasts to natural mega-eruptions and terrifying man-made catastrophes, this book re-examines real events that have captured the public imagination for years. Read the stories behind each event, then examine the Case File or Disaster Dossier that follows to find out what expert investigators had to say. Assess eyewitness statements, parse newspaper clippings, and scan specialists' opinions ... then make up your own mind about what really happened! Curious kids will learn how to decipher evidence and practice analytical skills through examining real-life events in this colorful and engaging book.