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Spy Science: 40 Secret-Sleuthing, Code-Cracking, Spy-Catching Activities for Kids

by Ed Shems (Illustrator), Jim Wiese
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Overview

Sh-h-h-h-h-h!!

Top Secret...

Crack the code of superspy science fun!

Make your own spy sunglasses
* Write messages with invisible ink
* Hook up a secret alarm, and much more!

Discover how spies use science to keep—or uncover—top secrets. Learn how to go under cover, master Morse code, and even build devices to see and hear through walls! These and dozens of other fun-filled activities give you an inside look at the science behind spy gadgets and tricks of the trade. All the activities are completely safe and can be done with everyday stuff from around the house.

Describes the skills, equipment, and techniques that spies use. Includes activities and experiments.

Synopsis

Sh-h-h-h-h-h!!

Top Secret...

Crack the code of superspy science fun!

Make your own spy sunglasses
* Write messages with invisible ink
* Hook up a secret alarm, and much more!


Discover how spies use science to keep—or uncover—top secrets. Learn how to go under cover, master Morse code, and even build devices to see and hear through walls! These and dozens of other fun-filled activities give you an inside look at the science behind spy gadgets and tricks of the trade. All the activities are completely safe and can be done with everyday stuff from around the house.

Children's Literature

This outstanding book describes skills, equipment and techniques used by spies. It contains dozens of hands-on activities that show youngsters how to make their own spy sunglasses, write messages with invisible ink, hook up a secret alarm, master Morse code, build devices that see and hear through walls, and much more. These entertaining and informative activities are designed to help students learn more about the important role science plays in uncovering top secrets. Each project in this book includes background information, a list of materials, step-by-step directions, extension ideas, and an explanation.

About the Author, Ed Shems

JIM WIESE (British Columbia, Canada) is a science teacher and an educational adviser who has won Teacher-of-the-Year awards in both the United States and Canada. He is the author of the popular kids' science-activities books Roller Coaster Science, Rocket Science, and Detective Science, all published by Wiley.

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Editorials

Children's Literature - Catherine Petrini

Kids like spies. Dangerous missions, sneaky disguises, secret messages, and high-tech devices capture their imaginations in movies and TV shows. Jim Wiese's book enables the young reader to play spy, with step-by-step instructions to the tricks of the espionage trade. Wiese explains how to create cool disguises, how to build such gadgets as a periscope and a makeshift compass, how to write messages in code or invisible ink, and even how to steam open an envelope. The activities are educational as well as fun; Wiese analyzes underlying scientific principles and relates anecdotes about real-life spies. Some activities (clearly marked) require adult supervision. Necessary materials are available in most homes or can be bought inexpensively. But the most important tools a kid needs for conducting these investigations are an open mind, creative thinking, and a willingness to ask questions.

Children's Literature - Debra Briatico

This outstanding book describes skills, equipment and techniques used by spies. It contains dozens of hands-on activities that show youngsters how to make their own spy sunglasses, write messages with invisible ink, hook up a secret alarm, master Morse code, build devices that see and hear through walls, and much more. These entertaining and informative activities are designed to help students learn more about the important role science plays in uncovering top secrets. Each project in this book includes background information, a list of materials, step-by-step directions, extension ideas, and an explanation.

Book Details

Published
September 1, 1996
Publisher
Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
Pages
128
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780471146209

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