Welcome to Facts Behind the Fiction
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries are fiction, but there are LOTS of facts about Congress, the US Capitol, and civics in general packed in every chapter and every episode.
Read here for some of the FACTS BEHIND THE FICTION that you can use in your classroom.
Politics Meets Pop Flies: The Congressional Baseball Game
It’s one of the few places Democrats and Republicans meet: the annual charity Congressional Baseball Game.
The Scariest Room in the Capitol
During the day, it's crowded with tour groups. At night, it's a bit spooky. They call it the Crypt.
Battle of the DC Christmas Trees
There are two big Christmas Tree ceremonies in DC. Guess which one is the oldest?
High School Art in the U.S. Capitol
High school artists can have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol.