Unraveling Mysteries with Candace Fleming: The Loch Ness Monster, Critical Thinking, and the Magic of Nonfiction for Kids

In this engaging conversation, Bianca Schulze interviews Candace
Fleming about her journey as a nonfiction writer, the allure of
nonfiction for young readers, and her latest book on the Loch
Ness Monster, Is It Real? The Loch Ness Monster.


They discuss the importance of curiosity, critical thinking, and
the balance between entertainment and education in writing for
children. Fleming shares her unique research process, writing
methods, and the motivation behind her work, emphasizing the
significance of true stories and the joy of discovery in
nonfiction literature.





Discussion Topics:


How curiosity drives both readers and writers towards
nonfiction.



True stories can be more compelling than fictional
narratives.

Writing engaging nonfiction involves connecting emotionally
with the subject matter.

Critical thinking is essential for discerning fact from
fiction.

Researching mysteries requires a balance of skepticism and
imagination.

The writing process can be messy and should encourage play
and discovery.

Engaging young readers involves weaving facts into a
captivating narrative.

Primary sources are invaluable for authentic storytelling.

The journey of investigation often leads to more questions
than answers.






Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The
Children's Book Review


Order Copies of Is It Real? The Loch Ness Monster on ⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠
or ⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠


For more information about Candace Fleming,
visit https://candacefleming.com/





Keywords: nonfiction, children's books, critical thinking, Loch
Ness Monster, Candace Fleming, reading, writing, curiosity,
education, storytelling