Area 51

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Area 51
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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.

  1. Why does a secret place make people so curious?
  2. How can rumors grow bigger as they're passed from person to person?
  3. 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.