Synopses & Reviews
Jason is stuck with the most boring subject for a research paper— Alexander Fleming, the scientist who invented penicillin. Then he comes across the story about how Fleming rescued Winston Churchill from drowning. But the story circulating on the Internet might not be true. Jason must learn everything he can about Fleming and Churchill in order to solve this puzzle. Readers will learn various research tips, including how to tell fact from fiction on the Internet.
Review
"An entertaining lesson." — School Library Journal "Unobtrusive yet valuable instruction." — Kirkus "Librarians and teachers will want several copies on hand." — Booklist
About the Author
JAMES CROSS GIBLIN is the author of many books, including
The Life and Death of Adolf Hitler, a 2003 Sibert Award Winner. Mr. Giblin lives in New York City.
ERIK BROOKS has illustrated a number of books for young readers. He lives in Winthrop, Washington.
WWW.ERIKBROOKS.COM