Secrets of Steganography
From the Series Cryptology (Alternator Books ®)
Sometimes, the best hiding place is right in plain sight. Find out about steganography, the practice of concealing messages right under others’ noses. See how it links with cryptology, the science of secret communication, and how the two have been used in some of history’s biggest moments.
Learn about invisible inks, the Cardano Grille, the use of microdots in WWI, and the butterfly maps of Lord Baden-Powell. And follow steganography into modern day with a hands-on activity and stories of hidden files and cybercrime.
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-7284-0462-2
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$22.99 | |
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978-1-7284-3374-5
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$34.99 |
| Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 6 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 4 |
| Genre | Social Studies |
| Category | 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction, STEM, STEM: Technology |
| Copyright | 2022 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Brand | Alternator Books ® |
| Imprint | Lerner Publications ™ |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2021-08-01 |
Author: Rachael L. Thomas
Rachael L. Thomas is an educational writer and digital media strategist. When she isn’t working on new ideas to expand children’s library shelves, you’ll find her at Buffalo Wild Wings.
Reviews
School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
“[S]hines a spotlight on cryptology, both its long history and its place in the modern world. . . . Quality material for a research paper.”—School Library Journal
