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A strange prehistoric human skull "discovered" in England in 1911 was ultimately proven to be a hoax. The perpetrator's identity and motives, however, remain mysteries, which this book examines. The coauthor is Wim Coleman.
Quick Summary
This book unravels one of science's most mind-blowing pranks, where someone fooled the entire world with a fake prehistoric skull that took experts decades to expose. Kids will love playing detective alongside the authors as they examine the clues, question the suspects, and realize that sometimes the smartest people in the room can be completely tricked by a clever prankster. If your kid likes "The 39 Clues" series or any mystery that reveals the truth behind a famous puzzle, they'll be hooked on this real-life scientific whodunit. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy cracking codes and uncovering history's greatest deceptions.