Summary
A fun, curious look at Area 51, the secret military base in the desert that has sparked countless stories, questions, and wild imaginations.
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Discussion
A fun, curious look at Area 51, the secret military base in the desert that has sparked countless stories, questions, and wild imaginations.
- Why does a secret place make people so curious?
- How can rumors grow bigger as they're passed from person to person?
- What's the difference between a fun story and a proven fact?
Quick work-a-long
Just for fun: Invent your own 'top-secret' base. Draw a sign for its front gate and one silly rule for visitors.

