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Victor Dowd and the World War II Ghost Army (Spy on History)
SKU
055409
ISBN
9781523507702
Grade 5-8
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Description
Publisher's Description of Victor Dowd and the World War II Ghost Army (Spy on History)
It's a true story of deception: Meet the top-secret Ghost Army, a group of artists and sound engineers trained to fake out the Germans in World War II with inflatable rubber tanks and loudspeakers broadcasting the sound of marching troops. And meet real-life Sergeant Victor Dowd, who served in the fight for Normandy, through France, and across the Rhine.
It's a mystery to solve: There are clues embedded in the story's text and illustrations, and Spycraft materials come in an envelope at the beginning of the book. Now put on your own spy thinking cap and find out what happened to Victor Dowd's missing sketchbook.
Category Description for Spy On History Series
Spy on History is a gripping series of true stories about spies during pivotal wars in America's history, but as you read about their daring missions and narrow escapes, you too must work to crack a code using clues hidden throughout the book. In the front of each book is an envelope containing tools and clues you will need to search the book for more clues. Once you think you have solved the mystery, break the seal to read the top-secret pages at the end of the book. History was never more thrilling or engaging than in this series! Each story is riveting, with exciting illustrations and clever codes that require your best spy work to crack. Are you up for the challenge? Each book is 96 pages, pb. ~Rachel E.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Workman Publishing Company |
| Grades: | 5-8 |
| ISBN: | 9781523507702 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |
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