From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
By E.L. Konigsburg Age Range- 10 - 12 years Siblings run away to live in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, uncovering secrets along the way.
What's the Story
In this captivating novel, Claudia Kincaid decides to run away from home and bring her younger brother Jamie along. Their destination? The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. They plan to hide out there and embark on a grand adventure. At the museum, they discover a mysterious statue, rumored to be an undiscovered work of Michelangelo. Determined to solve the statue's origins, they seek out Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, a former owner of the statue. Through their investigation, Claudia and Jamie learn about art, history, and themselves, making unexpected discoveries along the way.
Key Points from the Book
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Runaway Adventure: Siblings Claudia and Jamie Kincaid run away from home to live secretly in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where they embark on a thrilling adventure of exploration and discovery.
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Living in a Museum: Claudia and Jamie cleverly hide in the museum during the day, blending in with visitors, and then explore the museum's exhibits and behind-the-scenes areas at night.
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Mystery of the Angel Statue: The siblings become fascinated by a mysterious angel statue attributed to Michelangelo and set out to uncover the truth about its origins and history.
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Meeting Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler: Claudia and Jamie seek out Mrs. Frankweiler, a former owner of the angel statue, who helps them solve the mystery and learn more about the statue's significance.