In this class, we read about spies in the Revolutionary War, Civil War, and WWII. The overarching objective is non-fiction comprehension, as we discuss this non-fiction topic of spies and their tools, gadgets, and missions in the three conflicts. Secondary objectives taught include vocabulary skills and non-fiction text features. The class also features extra spy handouts from my class, How to Be a Secret Agent Spy for Kids. These include cipher and invisible ink kits, spy ID cards, and other spy ideas to help any young spy create a spy team!

For more in-depth teaching of non-fiction text features and comprehension of each chapter, please see my spy book classes on my Outschool page. 

Spies & the American Revolution
     -This book teaches kids about the American Revolutionary War and the many spies who played key roles in the conflict.
     -Techniques, tools, and more—Kids will find out about the clever ways spies did their jobs with invisible ink, hidden messages, yarn balls, and hanging laundry.
     -Illustrated history—Keep kids engaged with excellent full-color drawings of historical moments, spy gadgets, battle maps, and more.

Spies & The Civil War:
     -A complete overview—This book teaches kids about the Civil War and the many spies that played critical roles in the conflict.
     -Spy tools—Kids will discover the unbelievable ways spies outsmarted their enemies with boiled eggs, fake cannons, and signal flags.
     -Illustrated history—Awesome full-color drawings of historical moments, spy gadgets, battle maps, and more keep kids engaged.

Spies & World War II:
     -Fun for aspiring historians―Dig into the causes of and what led up to World War 2 so you can better 
       understand the important part spies played in it.
     -A family-friendly exploration―Learn about history in a fun and accessible way that anyone can enjoy.
     -Covert illustrations―Get an up-close look at actual spies, as well as some seriously amazing spy gear.

Class schedule:
     -Gathering and open discussion, 5 min
     -Study of non-fiction text features and vocabulary, 10 min
     -Text discussion, 35 min
     -Closing & assignments, 5 min

Class 1: Spies in the Revolutionary War for kids, Chapters 1-3, pages 1-52 (to be read before the first class)
     -Introductions 
     -About the book & class expectations
     -Vocabulary & non-fiction text features study
     -Link to Padlet comprehension discussion board 

Class 2: Spies in the Revolutionary War for kids, Chapters 4-6, pages 53-119
     -Vocabulary & non-fiction text features study
     -Link to Padlet comprehension discussion board
    
Class 3: Spies in the Civil War for kids, Chapters 1-3, Pages 1-52
     -Vocabulary & non-fiction text features study
     -Link to Padlet discussion board 

Class 4: Spies in the Civil War for kids, Chapters 2-7, Pages 53-122
     -Vocabulary & non-fiction text features study
     -Link to Padlet comprehension discussion board

Class 5: Spies, Code Breakers, & Secret Agents: A WWII Book for kids, Chapters 1-3, Pages 1-55
     -Vocabulary & non-fiction text features study
     -Link to Padlet comprehension discussion board

Class 6: Spies, Code Breakers, & Secret Agents: A WWII Book for kids, Chapters 4-6, Pages 56-117
     -Vocabulary & non-fiction text features study
     -Link to Padlet comprehension discussion board

Please join me in reading these inspirational stories of bravery and courage, and check out my other classes that offer similar topics for further reading.