Super Spies & Secret Agents: History of Disguises, Gadgets, & Codes of Espionage

In this one time, 55 minute course, learners will be immersed in the fascinating world of spies and secret agents!  This class offers a fun and inclusive look into real historical figures and events involving espionage. The class will follow a slideshow format and will include pictures, video clips, class discussion and interaction, and code deciphering. First, learners should bring their best 'spy disguises' to class to show off for the other learners. Learners should also bring a pencil and paper to write down the hidden symbols (images) they see throughout the lesson. The symbols will be used to solve the mystery code at the end of class. Then, students will learn about real disguises that have been used throughout history. Secondly, we will discuss the interesting and sometimes bizarre gadgets that have been used as spy devices. Lastly, learners will discover real examples of secret codes and messages and their historical use. Learner's will solve an encrypted Caesar's cipher and will also use the symbols that they have collected to decipher another message.