The Day of Ahmed's Secret

One of the best picture books

Great pictures, bought for a friend.

This is a beautifully illustrated and written book that evokes a way of life in many of the poorer parts of Cairo. It is a simple and lovely story of one little boy and his world that is like that of many others. If you have ever been or lived in Cairo you will love this book but it is a good read to introduce your children to the way that other children live in very different parts of the world.

Great multi-cultural book which leaves the reader guessing the secret until the very last page. Great for prediction work and the illustrations give the reader a real insight into the life of a young boy in a very different environment from our own. Give it a try!!

I simply love this book. It makes our children realise how lucky they are to have a school where to learn how to build up a future. You follow Ahmed's through his busy life in Cairo. The illustrations are amazing and transport you to a different world. The end is full of hope!

Well received by children

Such a fantastic story for children.

Très belles illustrations et magnifique histoire, rien à redire.

The story was recommended on a course I was on last year. The tutor said that it was a good text to show KS2 children what life is like for young people in other cultures and a modern day link to the Egyptians and the Pyramids. I have yet to use it in class.

Beautiful

I gave this a 5 star rating for many reasons: the book arrived much earlier than expected and in perfect condition! I bought a few copies to give as gifts for friends in teaching/childcare professions and for friends who are having kids of their own. I recently went to Egypt to travel around, and after being there, and reading this book, I can't imagine a book having better illustrations. The font is classic black color and great size (easy to read and not distracting for kids at all). I can't write enough about the illustrations- they are so incredibly lifelike, that you really feel like you're in the streets of Cairo while reading it. I would recommend this book for gift giving, or for kids 4th grade and under. I would also recommend this for anyone who wants to spark a curiosity and appreciation for cultures in children at an early age.

I agree with all the reviews here, and I want to add that even if you ignored the multicultural exposure this book provides it is a mesmerizing and fun read. My three year old girl loves it, along with my five year old girl. The pictures are beautiful, the words enchanting, the ideas positive(everyone needs a quiet moment to think during their day). The gentle exposure to the concept that there are kids out there who need to work (it's very uplifting, my kids are very sensitive and it doesn't bother them because it's all provided in context).

Fantastic story about a little boy with a wonderful secret.

Excellent…my 4 year old grandson "got it". Powerful cultural message…gently conveyed. Marvelous illustrations.

This book is well written and illustrated and will always be a constant reminder of my days living and working in Egypt. I have gladly shared this book with many of my friends and colleagues and will continue to do so. Proud to add it to my collection of memorabilia of my life in Egypt.

This is a beautiful, quiet book with gorgeous watercolor illustrations. I love this book, but unfortunately my preschoolers had no interest in it. Oh well, I will treasure it!