The Mystery of the Titanic: A Historical Investigation for Kids

If you're interested in the incredible story of the R.M.S. Titanic, this book helps you dive even deeper. Start with the details that explain why the ship was so famous even before it sank, then discover the secrets that are still resting at the bottom of the ocean today.

Become an investigator as you dig into mysteries like why it took so long for help to arrive while the Titanic was sinking and what made it so difficult for scientists to find the wreckage. As you sail through the story, watch out for the detective figure who pops up every time there is a clue on the page that will help you solve the mystery of the Titanic.

• Experience life at sea--Read the true stories of the ship's passengers, and learn where they slept, what they ate, and even what they did for fun while onboard.
• Uncover the truth--Photos, illustrations, and diagrams help you explore the scientific techniques that researchers used to locate the wreck of the Titanic and reconstruct what happened to it.
• Form your own hypothesis--Determine if different factors like the weather, the ship's construction, and poor communication among the crew could have contributed to the fatal voyage.