This is a picture book biography of Elizebeth Friedman, a cryptanalyst (a person who studies hidden messages and codes) during WWII. She built the CIA’s first cryptology unit and helped take down Nazi spy rings.

A group of kids start to suspect that life in their small idyllic town isn't as perfect as it seems. Something sinister is going on... and their parents might be in on it.

One of Mr. Alex's favorite books! This is a narrative nonfiction book that reads like a mystery thriller. It weaves the story of the theft of the Mona Lisa with the story of its creation (and creator, Leonardo da Vinci), creating a tale of an unlikely masterpiece.

Max Bretzfeld, a young German Jewish boy, is placed with an English family during WWII. With the support of a kobold and a dybbuk (types of spirits), Max sets out to become a spy to aid the British war effort. 

This series of graphic novels follows Mango and Brash, two undercover InvestiGators, as they work together to solve cases.

In this nonfiction graphic novel, readers will learn about the contributions of Navajo speakers during WWII. The Navajo language is complex, and few people speak it, which made it a basis for an unbreakable code. 

After getting arrested for hacking into New York’s foster care system, Sara gets recruited by MI-6 to move to Scotland and be part of a group of spies (other kids, like her, all with special talents). She joins the team before their next mission, where she has to navigate team dynamics and saving the day.

This biography tells the true story of Rose Valland's valiant efforts to save thousands of works of art during World War II by doing the only thing she could: Becoming a spy in her own museum.

In the first in the Kid Spy series, Mac is recruited by the Queen of England to become a secret agent. He embarks on a silly, action-packed adventure to save the crown jewels.

Nev Tallow is invited, out of the blue, to attend the mysterious Deephaven Academy, where the entire East wing is off limits. Nev believes that there’s something terrifying living there. They team up with a new friend in order to bring the mystery to light. 

Lidia is a twelve year old girl living in Nazi-occupied Poland. Inspired by true events, Lidia decides she wants to help the Jewish people imprisoned in the Warsaw Ghetto.

This nonfiction book is a starter pack for readers who want to know about spycraft. Learn about spy agencies, cool gadgets, and codes!