Diary of an Egyptian Quest
Nicholas Harris
Hardcover
(B.E.S. Publishing, July 1, 2009)
The big, sturdy, good-looking books in Barron's brand-new Diaries Series combine illustrated adventure tales for young readers with a selection of features that add both drama and a sense of reader participation to each story. Transported to ancient Egypt, Josh and Maisie, the children in this story, befriend a new young pharaoh and his sister. They are soon threatened by robbers who plan to steal treasure from a royal tomb. The story-related items include-- An enclosed dramatic four-color poster that makes a great wall decoration. It unfolds to approximately 16 3/4" x 21 1/2" A letter attached to one of the book's illustrations, printed on special art paper. It unfolds to reveal a message that sends the story's young heroes off on their adventure Flaps attached to many of the illustrations that display a variety of story-related devices, including small booklets, interior details in each picture, and many other graphic surprises Charts displaying
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