Magic Tree House 12: Polar Bears past Bedtime is the twelfth book in the popular children's series by Mary Pope Osborne. It follows the adventures of Jack and Annie, two siblings who discover a magical tree house filled with books that can transport them to different time periods and places. In this installment, Jack and Annie are taken to the Arctic, where they encounter polar bears, seal hunters, and a tribe living in ice houses. The book begins with Jack and Annie finding the tree house in Frog Creek woods. They enter and find a book about the Arctic and a special message from Morgan le Fay, the enchantress who owns the tree house. The message instructs them to go to the Arctic and bring back something to prove they were there.
The message instructs them to go to the Arctic and bring back something to prove they were there. As they travel to the Arctic in the tree house, Jack and Annie are unsure of what to expect. However, they soon find themselves surrounded by ice and snow, with polar bears in sight.
Polar Bears Past Bedtime (Magic Tree House (R) #12) (Paperback)
This is book number 12 in the Magic Tree House (R) series.
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Description
The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system!
It's icicle city…when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie to the frozen Arctic. Luckily, a seal hunter on a dogsled lends them warm clothes. Unluckily, they get stuck on cracking ice. Will the giant polar bear save them? Or will Jack and Annie become frozen dinners?
Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid?
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
About the Author
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.
SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated more than 200 children's trade and text books. He is also a librettist for children's opera, a video artist, an avid runner, hiker, and bicyclist, and a teacher of children's illustration at the Parsons School of Design. Sal lives and works in New York with his wife, Nancy.
- Juvenile Fiction / People & Places / Polar Regions
- Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure
- Juvenile Fiction / Readers / Chapter Books
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They stumble upon an Inuit village and meet a young girl named Teddy. Teddy tells them about her village's traditions and how they live off the land and the sea. Jack and Annie decide to help Teddy and her people by warning them about the seal hunters who are approaching. With the help of the polar bears, they manage to scare off the hunters and save the seals. Teddy and the village elder express their gratitude and gift Jack and Annie with a piece of narwhal tusk as proof of their adventure. Before returning to the tree house, Jack and Annie witness the Northern Lights, a breathtaking natural phenomenon. They say goodbye to Teddy and promise to return someday. As they return home, they reflect on their experiences and the importance of protecting the Arctic and its inhabitants. Magic Tree House 12: Polar Bears past Bedtime is a captivating and educational book that takes young readers on a journey to the Arctic. It introduces them to the beauty and challenges of this unique environment, while teaching important lessons about conservation and respect for nature. With its engaging story and vivid descriptions, this book is sure to spark the curiosity and imagination of children..
Reviews for "The Magic Beyond: Discovering Magic Treehouse 12"
1. Emily - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Magic Treehouse 12". I have been a fan of the series for a long time, but this book just didn't live up to my expectations. The plot felt rushed and underdeveloped, and the characters lacked depth. Additionally, I found the writing style to be repetitive and uninspiring. Overall, I was left feeling unsatisfied and let down by this installment of the series.
2. James - 1/5 stars - "Magic Treehouse 12" was a complete waste of time and money. The storyline was weak and unoriginal, and there was a lack of any real substance. The writing was simplistic and lacked any sort of depth or nuance. I found myself bored and disengaged throughout the entire book. I would not recommend wasting your time on this lackluster addition to the series.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I have been a fan of the "Magic Treehouse" series for many years, but "Magic Treehouse 12" left me feeling disappointed. The plot felt disjointed and it seemed like the story was thrown together without much thought. The characters were also forgettable and lacked the charm and likability that I've come to expect from this series. Overall, I found this book to be a letdown and not up to par with the previous installments in the series.