Do You Believe?
Series of 6 titles
Is Area 51 home to alien spaceships? Is Bigfoot lurking in forests? Does the Loch Ness Monster really exist? Do You Believe? presents readers with different supernatural and extraterrestrial legends and explanations to their possible existence, inviting readers to practice critical thinking skills to draw their own conclusions. Vibrant, full-color photos, labels, and infographics complement the text. Each title also includes sidebars, a glossary, a table of contents, an index, and a timeline detailing the events depicted.
Reviews
SLJ Review of Do You Believe?
Though brief, the titles in this series contain enough information to whet the appetites and curiosity of readers. Each volume starts with helpful suggestions for adults on how to support reading navigating the text and ask questions as they read. Sentences are short but read smoothly, striving readers will feel welcome. New vocabulary is set in white boldface and defined in the glossary; no pronunciation guides are included. At each title’s conclusion students are encouraged to think critically: Is the volume’s phenomenon real or not? The series takes no positions. The books are visually appealing, with high-quality photos, colorful chapter headings, and text set against contrasting backgrounds. Photos depict racial diversity. Maps and charts are used as needed, and information is current up to 2024. Sidebars, charts, and timelines offer addition information.
VERDICT: Recommended for schools and public libraries. An attractive, informative, well-presented series with appealing topics.