Fun with Hieroglyphs -- Metropolitan Museum of Art

Discover the secrets of hieroglyphs, the language of the ancient Egyptians, with this innovative kit from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Learn the sounds and letters of the hieroglyphic alphabet, find out which symbols were thought to have magical powers, and read how this mysterious language was decoded after hundreds of years. <p/> Then, with the alphabet chart as your guide, use the 24 hieroglyphic stamps and ink pad to write messages, create designs, and make cards.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Metropolitan Museum of Art, Catharine Roehrig<br><b>Publisher:</b> Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers<br><b>Published:</b> 10/21/2008<br><b>Pages:</b> 48<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 1.35lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 9.10h x 9.10w x 1.50d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781416961147<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><b>Award:</b> Parents Choice Awards (Fall) (2008-Up) - Gold Medal Winner