I enjoy writing about paranormal topics. Kids are frequently curious about scary things like ghosts, UFOs and monsters. Take a look at some of these pieces to help you explain things from a skeptical, critical point of view. It’s a view that kids rarely get. Setting a foundation for critical, independent thought is crucial for a developing rational citizen of the world. Just remember, it may set your kids apart from their peers if they don’t believe in Jesus, the Yeti and lake monsters. That’s OK.
What was in the Lake (PDF). About lake monsters and what we really see.
Looney, Moon-y Ideas (PDF). Does the full moon cause strange things to happen? Why do we think so?
Unidentified Blobjects (PDF). Is a blurry photo good evidence?
Skeptical resources — The Skeptic’s Dictionary , Junior Skeptic
Fast Facts of the Mysterious and Strange:
Short, informative articles that describe various paranormal or odd topics
Cryptozoology: Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Monsters, Loch Ness Monster (Nessie), Giant Squid, Globsters
Weird Weather: Rains of frogs, fish and other rain anomalies , Ball lightning
Tunguska event (meteor impact)
The supernatural: Ghosts, Black Dogs
