Zipha Keatley Snyder's wonderful story about a game of pretend that goes too far. i loved all things egypt as a child, still do in a very romanticized way, and this book was the perfect manifestation of all that fascination. a wonderful play of characters - children from diverse families and backgrounds who come together because of their love of egyptian mythology. together, they make their own imaginary world in an empty lot. it's a reminder of the wonders that can be achieved with an empty shed, some junk antiques, and a lot of pretend. i still love playing pretend, and this book adds that great bit of mystery and investigative digging that made any imagination game so much better.
great book for 3rd - 6th graders, at least as far as i remember it. wonderful adventure story of collaboration and making the most of what you have.
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