Can you crack the code? : a fascinating history of ciphers and cryptography
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Author
Contributors
Williams, Lily, illustrator.
Published
New York : Bloomsbury, [2019].
Physical Desc
118 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm
Status
Atascadero Library - Children's Nonfiction
652.8
1 available
652.8
1 available
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| Location | Call Number | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis Obispo Library - Children's Nonfiction | 652.8 | Checked Out | April 30, 2024 |
| Arroyo Grande Library - Children's Nonfiction | 652.8 | Checked Out | May 14, 2024 |
| Atascadero Library - Children's Nonfiction | 652.8 | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : Bloomsbury, [2019].
Format
Book
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages [107]-111) and index.
Description
"Codes can carry big secrets! Throughout history, lots of good guys and lots of bad guys have used codes to keep their messages under wraps. This fun and flippable nonfiction features stories of hidden treasures, war-time maneuverings, and contemporary hacking as well as explaining the mechanics behind the codes in accessible and kid friendly forms. Sidebars call out activities that invite the reader to try their own hand at cracking and crafting their own secret messages. This is the launch of an exciting new series that invites readers into a STEM topic through compelling historical anecdotes, scientific backup, and DIY projects."--,Provided by publisher.
Target Audience
Ages 8-12.
Target Audience
Grades 4 to 6.
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