Be a mystery solver! Read about fascinating ancient treasures, lost worlds, forgotten kings, ingenious hoaxes and alien sightings and use the evidence in the text to decide what you believe.

Many people are fascinated by tales of lost civilizations such as Atlantis, Camelot, El Dorado and Lemuria because they believe they may have been real places. There is documented evidence that suggests some ancient stories of lost worlds are grounded in truth. But were they real ancient worlds or mythical lost realms? Be a mystery solver by finding out where stories of these ancient civilizations may have come from and use all the evidence to decide what you believe.

Incredible Hoaxes

by Sarah Levete

Published 3 September 2020
Many people are fascinated by famous hoaxes and fakes such as April Fool's Day prank news stories, fairy photographs and the Cardiff Giant. Be a mystery solver and look at the evidence provided to work out how people achieved them.

Many people are fascinated by global danger zones such as the Bermuda Triangle, Death Valley and the Boiling River. Be a mystery hunter and find out about the geography and climate of these locations that explain the mysterious events that occur there, and decide whether you would dare venture into these danger zones.

Many people are fascinated by the great kingdoms and rulers of the distant past. For some, no records survive to prove their existence. For others, the records are woven with so many fanciful details they seem like legends. Be a mystery hunter, find out more about the lore and history of familiar legends around the world, and use all the evidence to decide what you believe.

Many people are fascinated with ancient tales of lost tombs and hidden treasure. Some of these tombs and treasure still exist, many have been forgotten and others are just myths. Be a mystery solver by finding out where stories of these ancient treasures may have come from and use all the evidence to decide what you believe.

Many people are fascinated by stories of alien sightings and unidentified objects. Some people claim there is a scientific explanation for alien sightings and others insist they are real. Be a mystery solver by reading stories of claimed sightings and use all the evidence to decide what you believe.