The Black-and-White Illustrations
The Egypt Game is a chapter book, but black-and-white illustrations by Alton Raible are scattered throughout its pages. The illustrations are done in a sketchy, charcoal style with emphasis on show...
Security
Throughout the book, Marshall has one babyish habit he just can't quit: carrying his stuffed octopus, Security, around with him. Everywhere. For Marshall, Security is, well, a security blanket. No...
The Keys to Egypt
After the whole murderer escapade near the yard, the fence gets boarded up and it's unclear whether the kids will be able to get into Egypt at all afterward. Even catching a murderer has its downsi...
Hieroglyphics
Bet you saw this one coming. Hieroglyphics are literally symbols, after all.When Toby and Ken join the Egypt Game, they buckle down right away to finish the hieroglyphic system. And no, not just to...
The Professor's Window
Throughout the book, the Professor is often seen watching the children through his window. But he never chases them away, and he also never approaches them when they're playing. So why watch? It se...