Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #2: The Great Egyptian Grave Robbery: A Fun Chapter Book About Ancient Egypt and Hidden Treasures for Kids (Ages 6

Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #2: The Great Egyptian Grave Robbery: A Fun Chapter Book About Ancient Egypt and Hidden Treasures for Kids (Ages 6

Flat Stanley is taking over the world, one city at a time! In this exciting second installment in the renowned Flat Stanley’s Worldwide Adventures chapter book series, Stanley Lambchop travels to Egypt! Ever since Stanley was flattened by a bulletin board, there are places he can get to that no one else can. So when Stanley receives a letter from an archaeologist, he travels by airmail to Egypt to help find an ancient treasure deep in the heart of a great pyramid. But what if even the flattest boy on Earth can't wriggle out of this dark tomb—and the terrible mess he finds himself in? This unforgettable adventure features fun, fascinating facts about Egypt! And for parents and teachers, each Flat Stanley book is aligned to the Common Core State Standards, like multicultural adventure, plot and character development story elements, and compare and contrast! Don’t miss any of Flat Stanley’s worldwide adventures! A Kids Mystery in a Pyramid: Stanley thinks he’s helping an archaeologist, but quickly learns he must stop a cunning grave robber from stealing priceless ancient scrolls. - Globetrotting Adventure: Mailed in an envelope, Stanley explores the bustling bazaars and dark tombs of Egypt in a story packed with fun, fascinating facts about history and culture. - Unique Problem-Solving Skills: When you’re half an inch thick, you can hide in plain sight! See how Stanley uses his flatness in a clever and surprising way to outsmart the villain. - Beloved Chapter Book Series: Perfect for kids ages 6-10, this installment in the Flat Stanley’s Worldwide Adventures series is ideal for developing readers who love humor and excitement. Ancient pyramids can be flat-out dangerous! Ever since Stanley was flattened by a bulletin board, there are places he can get to that no one else can. So when Stanley receives a letter from an archaeologist, he travels by airmail to Egypt to help find an ancient treasure deep in the heart of a great pyramid. But what if even the flattest boy on earth can't wriggle out of this dark tomb—and the terrible mess he finds himself in? Jeff Brown created the beloved character of Flat Stanley as a bedtime story for his sons. He has written other outrageous books about the Lambchop family, including Flat Stanley , Stanley and the Magic Lamp , Invisible Stanley , Stanley’s Christmas Adventure , Stanley in Space , and Stanley, Flat Again! You can learn more about Jeff Brown and Flat Stanley at flatstanleybooks.com. Macky Pamintuan is an accomplished artist who lives in the Philippines with his wife, Aymone; their baby girl, Alison; and a West Highland white terrier named Winter. Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #2: The Great Egyptian Grave Robbery By Jeff Brown HarperCollins Publishers, Inc. Copyright © 2009 Jeff Brown All right reserved. ISBN: 9780061429927 Chapter One A Letter for Stanley George Lambchop was sitting at the kitchen table, going through the mail as his wife cooked breakfast. "Look at these beauties, Harriet!" he called, holding up a letter with many exotic stamps in the corner. "From Egypt!" Ever since their eldest son, Stanley, had been flattened by a bulletin board and could now travel by mail, the Lambchop family had become keenly interested in stamps. "In a minute, dear," Mrs. Lambchop said. "I'm just at the difficult part of flipping this French toast. A letter from Egypt, you say! Why don't you open it and read it to me." Mr. Lambchop began to do just that, but then he caught himself. "That was a close one!" he cried. "It's a federal offense to open mail that's addressed to someone else. This letter is for Stanley!" Just then, both Lambchop boys appeared in the doorway, drawn by the delicious aroma of French toast and bacon. "Stanley, son, letter for you here. Looks important." "What about me?" Stanley's younger brother, Arthur, asked. "Any mail for me today?" "Not today, sorry," Mr. Lambchop replied. "But, Stanley, why don't you open yours and read it to us over breakfast." "After breakfast," Mrs. Lambchop said firmly. "And hand washing. You know how maple syrup gets all over everything." The boys finished their breakfast and washed up. Then Stanley opened his letter. /"If you are the world-famous flattened boy of America," he read out loud, "and if you are less than three inches thick, you must come to Egypt at once. We are beginning an archaeological project and are in urgent need of someone of your dimensions." "I don't know about world-famous," Arthur grumbled—a bit enviously, it must be said. "Maybe they've got the wrong person." "But I am only half an inch thick." Stanley sighed. "So that's me, all right." "I," Mrs. Lambchop corrected her son. "That is I." "It's signed Sir Abu Shenti Hawara the fourth," Stanley said, "and look: He's taken care of my travel arrangements." Stanley held up a very large envelope covered with stamps. George Lambchop took the letter and read it over. "No mention of Stanley's family going with him," h