Mystery of the Egyptian Scroll - Couverture souple

Peters, Scott

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1478305703 ISBN 13 : 9781478305705

Editeur : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012

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You, who have dug deep and sifted hard for a story to read have unearthed an ancient treasure: a mystery from the dusty ages, when a boy could be a hero and fight for the good of all . . .

12-year-old Zet and his sister Kat love running their family pottery stall. But it's a struggle to keep afloat, now that their father has gone north to fight the Hyksos invaders. When the siblings learn about a valuable scroll that's gone missing, Zet and Kat decide to join forces. If they can find it, they'll win a huge reward for their family. Their problems will be over! Little do they know what troubles lie ahead. The chase leads Zet and Kat into the hotspots of ancient Egypt—from stunning temples to the Nile river, through a mysterious land of hieroglyphics, Egyptian gods, mythology, and majesty that the world has never forgotten.

A modern children's classic

This debut novel in the ancient civilization action-packed Kid Detective Zet series from Amazon best-selling author Scott Peters is a mind-broadening adventure for elementary and middle-grade readers of Rick Riordan, The Hardy Boys, and Conn Iggulden.

Provides a smart step up for readers of Mary Pope Osborne, as it "lends itself to being read by kids moving beyond chapter books." The short chapters provide easy wins for middle school readers and make it perfect for school reading lists. It's a great way to introduce young readers to the world of ancient Egypt, hieroglyphics, papyrus making, the Nile river, and their daily lives.

“A big hit in our library, can't keep it on the shelf. Don’t miss this must-read!” - E. Crow, Librarian

6th grade ELA/SS: "My co-teacher and I have used this book for the past 2 years and the students absolutely love it!" Janine Taft. Teachers, librarians, and parents will appreciate the ancient civilizations facts and geography and appropriate language for Ages 8-12 Grades 3-7

Curl up with this old-school yarn from the author the Historical Fiction Society calls 'a natural and gifted storyteller'. The twists and turns and brave young characters make it a firm favorite with boys and girls.

A middle-grade mystery that combines Hardy Boys style sleuthing with heart-warming characters for an exciting puzzle that keeps young readers turning pages to reach the exciting conclusion.

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Présentation de l'éditeur :

AN EXCITING MYSTERY FROM A TIME LONG AGO! You, who have dug deep and sifted hard for a story to read, have unearthed an ancient treasure: a mystery from the dusty ages, when a boy could be a hero and fight for the good of all . . . Zet and Kat are in charge, now that their father is off fighting the Hyksos. But sales are dead at their family market stall. It seems adults don't trust kids running the place. In desperate need of money, Zet has to do something! When he spots a thief running from the medjay and learns there's a reward for his capture, he and Kat are determined to win it. The chase leads them into forbidden temples whispering with the voices of ancient gods, through a mysterious land of gold and majesty that the world has never forgotten.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Date d'édition: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1478305703
• ISBN 13: 9781478305705
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 112