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Lions at Lunchtime

by Mary Pope Osborne

A Magic Tree House adventure on the African plains

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A Magic Tree House adventure on the African plains

Jack and Annie’s journey to the African plains brings them into contact with wildebeests crossing a river, a honeyguide bird, and a Maasai warrior. The prospect of lions shapes Jack’s expectations, while Annie’s immediate involvement with the animals sets the siblings on different tracks through the adventure. The description points to wildlife and encounters with people as central elements, within the series’ familiar Magic Tree House framework.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring early chapter books
  • Young readers interested in animals and adventure
  • Fans of Jack and Annie’s Magic Tree House journeys

Themes

African wildlifeAnimal migrationExploration and adventureCultural encounters

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Book overview

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system!

"Where are the lions?" Jack wonders when the Magic Tree House whisks him and his sister to the vast plains of Africa. Before he can find out, Annie starts to help hundreds of wildebeests cross a rushing river. Next they follow a honey of a bird and meet an awesome Masai warrior. Jack hopes any lions will just stay away. Jack is about to be very disappointed...

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