| Synopsis: |
Agent Ace and his gadgets expert Charlie show readers all the tricks in the spying game and prepare them to undertake their first mission. This simple 7-day plan helps aspiring spooks plan cunning disguises, gather information and carry out reconnaissance work. There are codes to crack and fun step-by-step craft projects for wannabe spies to make. Best of all, the book comes with cool espionage accessories. "The How To Be A..." series mixes practical information, easy-to-follow craft projects, great accessories and lots of make-believe fun. Each book follows a 7-day plan. Previously published titles include "How To Be a Princess", "How to Be a Star" and "How to Be a Pirate". The contents include: End matter; Imprint and title page; Introduction to Agent Ace and Charlie, chosing a code name; Spy HQ - design a door sign and set spy traps; Spy Disguises and Make-up; Body Language; Tailing your target; Make a robot bug; Secret Messages - invisible ink, rubber band messages, leaf messages; Morse Code, and Make a Skytale; Cipher Wheels; Signposts, and the Switcheroo; Dead drops - and make a false-bottomed box; Graduation and rules for spies; and, End matter.Pocket at back contains: sunglasses, spy notebook, 2 code wheels, and 1 false moustache. |