Ciphers and Codes (Heinemann Know It: Communicating) [Library Binding]

Karen Price-Hossell (Author), Karen Price Hossell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2003 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Heinemann Know It: Communicating

Presents an overview of various types of codes and ciphers used throughout history, famous cryptologists, and how to create your own secret messages.

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About the Author

Karen Price Hossell is a Heinemann-Raintree author.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Heinemann Library (April 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1588104842
• ISBN-13: 978-1588104847
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,900,453 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I wrote and illustrated my first book when I was five. I even bound the book myself using thread and a sewing needle. I've long since realized I don't have much talent for illustration, but I've continued to write and edit. So far I've written 43 books--all nonfiction. They've been published by Heinemann Library and Heinemann/Raintree, Scholastic Book Clubs and Book Fairs, National Geographic, the Smithsonian Institute, Greenhaven Press, Lucent Books, and other publishers. Lately I've been focusing more on fiction and am exploring ways to publish my short stories. I have done fiction readings locally at Urban Rethink in Orlando.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice introduction to ciphers and codes & interesting, too., April 10, 2004

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This review is from: Ciphers and Codes (Heinemann Know It: Communicating) (School & Library Binding)

"A person who is interested in this kind of job [cryptology] should study mathematics and computer science. It's never too early to start preparing for your future!" (p.27)

Very interesting look at the history and current state of cryptolgy. Includes lots of interesting facts and brief biographies of famous cryptologists and the people they served. Includes the Navajo Code Talkers, the Enigma, and quilt messages. The end of the book as activities like making invisible ink and messages to decifer. Extensive glosssary and index and a six item bibliography. Karen Woodworth-Roman, Children's Science Book Review