loch ness monster’s unbelievable science

ANNE APPERT

Loch Ness Monster has written a fabulous book about why certain birds have their unusual coloring. According to Ness, the stories have drama, excitement, adventure! And most important of all, scientific truths. There’s only one problem, as Puffin keeps pointing out: the “facts” in the stories aren’t true! For example, a puffin’s colorful beak isn’t the result of a sunburn, as Ness tells it. It’s how they attract a mate. And that means Ness’s book contains stories, not science. Will Ness ever understand the difference between the two – and why it matters?

Anne Appert’s early graphic novel hits all the right notes, with laugh-out-loud humor, unforgettable original characters and an important and timely message about misinformation.

“Will inspire kids to resist disinformation—and perhaps create their own ‘just-so’ stories.” Kirkus Reviews

“An ­adorable introduction on how to tell fact from fiction that deserves a place on bookshelves.” School Library Journal