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4.5

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The Knight at Dawn

by Mary Pope Osborne

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Books for Young Readers
Published:2010-06-15
Pages:80
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! A castle with a secret passage! That's what Jack and Annie find when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the Middle Ages for another wild adventure. In the Great Hall of the castle, a feast is under way. But Jack and Annie aren't exactly welcome guests! Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie

Our Review

This early chapter book whisks young readers into a medieval adventure where siblings Jack and Annie discover a secret passage in a mysterious castle. When their magic tree house transports them back to the Middle Ages, they find themselves as uninvited guests at a castle feast, navigating the dangers and wonders of this historical period. The straightforward narrative and manageable chapter lengths make this time-travel story accessible for developing readers building confidence with longer books.

What makes this installment compelling is how it balances fantasy elements with tangible historical details about castle life and medieval customs. The sibling duo's dynamic provides an emotional anchor as they problem-solve their way through this unfamiliar world, creating natural suspense that keeps pages turning. Young readers who enjoy mixing adventure with learning will find this time-travel journey both exciting and educational, sparking curiosity about history through imaginative storytelling.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction