Castle in the Attic: The Magic Token

In this week's readings, we find out more about the magic of the token the Silver Knight took from Alastor. William uses the token to keep Mrs. Philips from returning to England. Was that clever? Was it mean? What do you think about his actions?

Eventually, William decides to join the Silver Knight and Lady Elinor in the castle. He packs up some supplies: 

one recorder, one bear, one box of candles, one toothbrush, one jar of Marmite, one box of tea bags, four loaves of bread, two bottles of water, one pair of hiking boots, one large box of matches, one pair of binoculars, and a change of clothing. (page 88)

Can you think of anything William may have forgotten? If you were going on William's journey, what would you bring?

I keep thinking about that magic token and what I'd do with it if I had one. I think I'd shrink my car so I could park it in my pocket and I'd always be able to find it and drive away quickly. What would you make smaller, and why?? Leave answers to this question (and maybe others) in the comment section!