Magic Tree House Book 11, titled "Lions at Lunchtime," is a thrilling adventure written by Mary Pope Osborne. In this book, Jack and Annie continue their exploration of history and travel to the African plains. The main idea of this book is the excitement and danger of encountering wild animals on safari. Jack and Annie find themselves in Africa during the early 20th century, where they meet a Maasai warrior named Mkombozi. Exploring the grasslands of Africa, the siblings stumble upon a hidden tree house, and Mkombozi reveals that it belongs to a magical librarian named Morgan le Fay. The magical tree house takes them to different places throughout time, allowing them to experience history firsthand.
MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series. She and her husband, writer Will Osborne (author of Magic Tree House: The Musical), live in northwestern Connecticut with their three dogs. Ms. Osborne is also the coauthor of the companion Magic Tree House Fact Trackers series with Will, and with her sister, Natalie Pope Boyce.
Magic Tree House Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures. Magic Tree House Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures.
The magical tree house takes them to different places throughout time, allowing them to experience history firsthand. During their adventure in Africa, Jack and Annie learn about the importance of protecting wildlife and the balance of nature. They witness lions hunting and grazing zebras, and even come face to face with a fearsome leopard.
Caramel reviews Lions at Lunchtime (Magic Tree House #11) by Mary Pope Osborne
Caramel has reviewed quite a few Magic Tree House books for the book bunnies blog before. Today he wanted to talk about one that he had not mentioned here before: Lions at Lunchtime. As usual Sprinkles is taking notes and asking questions.
This is the eleventh book in the series. For Caramel’s earlier reviews of books in the series, see Night of the Ninjas (Magic Tree House #5), Afternoon on the Amazon (Magic Tree House #6), Sunset of the Sabertooth (Magic Tree House #7), Midnight on the Moon (Magic Tree House #8), Dolphins at Daybreak (Magic Tree House #9), and Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House #10). For his reviews of books in the accompanying Fact Tracker series, see Knights and Castles (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #2) and Sea Monsters (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #17).
Caramel reviews Lions at Lunchtime (Magic Tree House #11) by Mary Pope Osborne.
Sprinkles: Caramel, you are reviewing another Magic Tree House book!
Caramel: Yep. I like them!
S: So tell us about this one.
C: As you can tell from the title, it is about Jack and Annie having an adventure with lions around lunch time. They never actually see the lions until the very end, but it is a pretty cool story. They are trying to solve some riddles again, and this book is about the third riddle.
S: Do they solve it?
C: Yup. Of course! How else would they move on to the next book?
S: I guess you are right. So where do they go this time?
C: Africa. And the time is not very clear, maybe it is the present.
S: So the riddles are so that they become librarians, right?
C: Yes, I think they want to join Morgan Le Fay’s library and be Master Librarians.
S: That sounds intriguing. Would you like to be a Master Librarian and travel around with these books and the magic tree house?
C: Possibly. As long as I could get back home whenever I wanted to.
S: I know, right? They go to all these different places and travel to different times, but thankfully they always get back home safe and on time.
C: Always in time for the next meal!
Caramel is reading Lions at Lunchtime (Magic Tree House #11) by Mary Pope Osborne.
S: What else would you like to tell us about this book?
C: In the beginning of the book Annie is talking about peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and peanut butter and honey sandwiches. I never had a peanut butter and honey sandwich before but it definitely sounds good. Maybe we can try it some time?
S: That sounds good to me. I don’t really like peanut butter with sweet things, but I know you do.
C: You do like peanut butter with bananas and that is kind of sweet!
S: You are right, I guess I just don’t like it with chocolate or jelly. But with honey, it sounds like it would work well together. Alright, maybe you can have a peanut butter and honey sandwich tomorrow.
C: Okay. I really want to try it.
S: Sure. So other than food ideas, did you learn anything else from this book?
C: Yes, the riddle was cool. It goes:
I'm the color of gold, and as sweet as can be! But beware the danger That's all around me. What am I?
S: That is a good riddle Caramel, but we should not give away more. Tell me instead your three words to describe the book.
C: Funny, adventurous, and facts! There are a bunch of facts about animals. About gazelles, wildebeest, lions, and so on.
S: And we all know by now how much you like facts about animals! So this was a good read, then.
C: Yes. As usual. I always like the Magic Tree House books.
S: So maybe you will review a few more in the coming weeks. What do you want to tell our readers in the meantime?
C: Stay tuned for more book bunny reviews!
Caramel enjoyed reading Lions at Lunchtime (Magic Tree House #11) by Mary Pope Osborne, and is looking forward to reading more about the adventures of Jack and Annie.
S: You are right, I guess I just don’t like it with chocolate or jelly. But with honey, it sounds like it would work well together. Alright, maybe you can have a peanut butter and honey sandwich tomorrow.
Throughout the book, the author highlights the beauty and majesty of the African landscape, bringing it to life with vivid descriptions. Osborne's writing style keeps young readers engrossed in the story, using simple language and fast-paced action. The climax of the story occurs when Jack and Annie are chased by a lioness, and they need to find their way back to the tree house safely. With the help of Mkombozi, they manage to outsmart the lioness and make it back to the tree house just in time. As with other Magic Tree House books, "Lions at Lunchtime" combines adventure with educational content. Readers are introduced to a variety of African animals, learn about the Maasai tribe, and get a glimpse into the history of Africa. Overall, "Lions at Lunchtime" is an engaging and educational book that takes young readers on an exciting safari adventure. It teaches them about wildlife conservation and the importance of respecting nature while captivating their imaginations with thrilling encounters with lions and other African animals..
Reviews for "Magic Tree House Book 11: An Educational Adventure in African Savanna"
1. Sarah - 2/5 - I found "Magic Tree House Book 11" to be quite disappointing. The storyline was boring and lacked excitement. The characters didn't feel well-developed and I couldn't connect with them on any level. Additionally, the writing style felt too simplistic and at times, even condescending. Overall, I was not impressed with this book and won't be continuing with the series.
2. John - 3/5 - Although I am a fan of the "Magic Tree House" series, book 11 fell short for me. The plot seemed repetitive and unoriginal, following a similar pattern as the previous books. I was hoping for more diversity and something new to explore, but it felt like a missed opportunity. The book also lacked some of the educational value that is usually present in this series, which disappointed me as well. Overall, it was an average read, but not one of the strongest in the series.
3. Emily - 2/5 - I had high expectations for "Magic Tree House Book 11", but unfortunately, it didn't meet them. The story felt rushed and lacked depth. The magical element that usually adds excitement to the series was barely present in this book, and it left me feeling unsatisfied. Additionally, the dialogue between the characters was very basic and didn't offer much in terms of character development or engaging interactions. Overall, I found this book to be lacking in both plot and character development.