Jack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series—the Magic Tree House!
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Oct 19, 2011
Nicole
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Summary: This magic tree house book starts like all the rest. Jake and Annie see a gazelle and chase after it into the woods to their magic tree house where they find Morgan. Morgan’s ready with a riddle to give them for their next adventure. Jack and Annie wind up in Africa trying to solve this riddle, “ I’m the color of gold and as sweet as can be. But beware of the danger that’s all around me. What am I?”. Annie like always runs off and tries to help every animal that needs help while Jack ke
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Dec 03, 2009
Cathy
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I loved this one. My dad went to Africa when I was about Annie's age, so a story about all of the animals I've loved since then was very cool for me. I loved when they arrived and a giraffe was looking in the window of the Magic Tree House! The picture that accompanied this moment was really nice, showing all of the wonderful animals on the plain and their relative sizes compared to the giraffe.
It was cool when the book told the kids about how the animals and their diets are all con More...
It was cool when the book told the kids about how the animals and their diets are all con More...
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Aug 26, 2010
Dallin
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Dec 01, 2008
Heather
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This one works well for a unit study of Africa and/or the savannah.
My generic review for the Magic Tree House books -
We've loved them all so far. They are fun, easy to read and contain quite a bit of historical information. We use them as read-alouds, but most elementary/middle school kids could read them on their own.
It does have a touch of 'girl power' at the expense of making the brother seem a little dumb. That kinda bugs. But it's not obvious and my More...
My generic review for the Magic Tree House books -
We've loved them all so far. They are fun, easy to read and contain quite a bit of historical information. We use them as read-alouds, but most elementary/middle school kids could read them on their own.
It does have a touch of 'girl power' at the expense of making the brother seem a little dumb. That kinda bugs. But it's not obvious and my More...
Feb 04, 2012
Wendy
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This is book eleven of The Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne.
Jack and his sister Annie see a small deer-like creature near their home. They follow it into the woods and it leads them to the tree house. Morgan is back and the children are going on a new adventure. They are headed to the plains of Africa.
Jack and Annie need to solve their riddle to be one step closer to becoming Master Librarians. On this adventure they encounter some amazing animals and help some of t More...
Jack and his sister Annie see a small deer-like creature near their home. They follow it into the woods and it leads them to the tree house. Morgan is back and the children are going on a new adventure. They are headed to the plains of Africa.
Jack and Annie need to solve their riddle to be one step closer to becoming Master Librarians. On this adventure they encounter some amazing animals and help some of t More...
Dec 10, 2009
Sarah
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Lions at Lunchtime by Mary Pope Osborne is the third of the four riddles and 11th in the Magic Tree House Series. Jack and Annie have their third scroll riddle to solve. It takes them to Kenya where they see zebras, wildebeests, hyenas and lions. They also meet a Masai warrior.
The book is full of interesting facts about the animals and the life cycle around the waterhole. The riddle this time is also focused on the animals of the area.
Like the previous two riddles, the an More...
The book is full of interesting facts about the animals and the life cycle around the waterhole. The riddle this time is also focused on the animals of the area.
Like the previous two riddles, the an More...
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Feb 21, 2009
I am writing a story for my nephews and they LOVE the Magic Tree House series, so I decided to check out a couple with my new library card. It was definitely fun. I was a little lost since I just picked a random book from the middle of the series. I didn't figure it mattered or that there would be much continuity from a series for second graders, but I was obviously wrong. It was fun. I can see why kids and parents/teachers love these books.
Apr 25, 2011
April
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Jack and Annie go on adventures to figure out clues. This adventure was in Africa and the magic tree house takes them there. The story gives facts from the book the kids are researching. This is a great series to have in your classroom for students. This book had imagination but true facts. This book could be read and discussed as a class. Easy to read and follow along.
Mar 14, 2009
Dolly
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This is the third book in the 4-book mini-series where Jack and Annie have to solve 4 riddles in order to become Master Librarians. Our girls just adore these books and we ended up reading this book in a day. They just wanted to hear "one more chapter" over and over until we finished. We are looking forward to the last book in this mini-series...
Jul 03, 2011
Leeldoo
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My 4 yo and I are enjoying these short early chapter books. There is just enough adventure and danger to make a good story he can follow, as well as enough for me to enjoy. The bonus is these are "edutainment," so we both learn a few new facts. The book is full of information about African animals and a little info on the Masai tribe.
Apr 29, 2011
Erika
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The Magic Tree House series is filled with great fun and adventure. This particular book can motivate children to learn geography and scientific facts. It discusses several facts, and even motivates one to attempt to solve the riddle. For teachers, this could be used to combine science, language arts, and geography curriculum.
Feb 27, 2010
Jodi
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Eleventh book in the Magic Tree House series. Another cute read with most of the chapters ending in cliff-hangers. I like that these books appeal to both my son and daughter!
Robbie (5 1/2 years old): I liked when the warrior came because he ate a sandwich with honey and peanut butter. I like peanut butter! I liked when Annie got a shower from the elephant because I thought it was funny! I like when Jack and Annie scared the hyenas.
Robbie (5 1/2 years old): I liked when the warrior came because he ate a sandwich with honey and peanut butter. I like peanut butter! I liked when Annie got a shower from the elephant because I thought it was funny! I like when Jack and Annie scared the hyenas.
Jan 03, 2011
Andrea
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This book is really good.Annie and Jack went in a new mission to Africa jack was really happy but he was interest in lions he all the time was asking where the lions are and they went through alot of thing they help a little bird and when they help the little bird they found what they need to complete their mission.
Oct 05, 2011
Simon
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Another adventure in a magic tree house. I think once we get to this point, for me at least there is great repetition in the way the book is written. The plot may be different at its core, but all the same intros and endings are played through predictably.
Oct 05, 2010
(youth review)We got to pick one of these in class to read and I picked the lions because I went to the zoo last summer and got to see the lions. All they did was sleep but I liked the ones in the book better because they were more scary. ~Evan, MIS, 3rd grade
Jan 09, 2011
Mary
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They have solved their 2nd puzzle and it involves honey. They learn about giraffes, zebras, hyenas, elephants, etc on the plains of Africa and they meet a Masai warrior and share a sandwich of peanut butter and honey with them.
Jul 05, 2011
Mary
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So why ten Magic Treehouse books in a row you ask? Well, I was vacationing at my sisters..........got sick.......got relegated to 7 yr. old niece's bedroom............and well now you know the rest of the story ;-)
Mar 09, 2009
Gavin
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Africa is the destination for Jack and Annie in this book. They meet various helpful animals and have a brush with a lion before retrieving the word they need to become master librarians at the end of book 12.
Jul 27, 2011
Deni
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I'm obviously too old for these books, [I'm 16] but they're like a guilty pleasure. I'm rating it three stars because they are basic and repetitive. However, they're great books for little kids!
Nov 22, 2010
they are in a jungle with alot of animals.they see lion ryinos and mucky and alot of other animals.this book is the best in the world u should give it a try and read it and learn about it...
Mar 22, 2009
Ben
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I want to read all of the Magic Tree House books because they are funny and sometimes a mystery and it has a lot of chapters so you can read them fast and it can teach you stuff.
May 03, 2011
Jennifer
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Gnre: Transitional Book/Fiction
I was not a big fan of this book. I just did not find Africa a place where I would like to know more about. I did like the illustrtations.
I was not a big fan of this book. I just did not find Africa a place where I would like to know more about. I did like the illustrtations.
Oct 10, 2010
Benji
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I liked this book because it told you a lot of information about animals. The story was exciting because you did not know what was going to happen next.
Sep 09, 2009
Kirei
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I thought this was one of the book Magic Tree House books. They go to Africa, Kenya I believe, and have to deal with animals and meet a Masai warrior.
Dec 19, 2010
R
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I absolutely LOVED the series when I was a kid, and I still do! I would recommend it to anyone who likes fantasy / adventure books!! :)
Nov 09, 2011
Khalil
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I used to love these books when i was little. in 4th and 5th grade. i find it hard to find anything that interest me nowadays.
Jul 06, 2011
Fae
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Like Africa? Let your kids pick out this book at a library! Has lots of African animals in it, and it is also very good.
Nov 07, 2010
Pamela
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Z: " I'd rate it 14. Jack and Annie helped a gray bird!"
Eli: "I'd rate it a 2. Can we read Buffalos Before Breakfast now?"
Eli: "I'd rate it a 2. Can we read Buffalos Before Breakfast now?"
Jul 12, 2009
Jillian
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The Magic Tree House is an excellent series for elementary-aged children. Packed with fun, facts and adventures.
