Navajo Code Talkers
Chapter Book · 2020

Navajo Code Talkers

Written by Emily Schlesinger

Part of the White Lightning Nonfiction series

During WWII, Navajo soldiers used their language as an unbreakable code to aid the U.S. military's victory.

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60 pages· 3,711 words

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During World War II, a group of Navajo soldiers devised an unbreakable code that turned the tide for the U.S. military. These Code Talkers used their native language to create a secret communication system that baffled enemies. As the war raged on, their bravery and ingenuity became crucial to victory. Dive into their remarkable story and uncover how language became a powerful weapon. What challenges did they face, and how did their unique skills change the course of history? Explore this gripping tale of courage and innovation, complete with vivid photographs and fascinating facts.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
60
Words
3,711
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~530L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.5
F&P level
~N
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
510553
Publication
First published
October 21, 2020
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781680218848

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