Magic Tree House 17 is a popular book in the Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne. The series follows the adventures of Jack and Annie, two siblings who discover a magical tree house that can transport them to different time periods and places. In this 17th installment, Jack and Annie find themselves in the middle of the American Revolutionary War. They are tasked with helping General George Washington find a spy who is trying to sabotage the Continental Army. With the help of historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and Lafayette, the siblings must navigate dangerous territory and learn about the importance of loyalty and courage. Throughout the book, readers are introduced to key events and characters from the Revolutionary War, such as the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Crossing of the Delaware.
Throughout the book, readers are introduced to key events and characters from the Revolutionary War, such as the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Crossing of the Delaware. The story provides a fun and educational way for children to learn about this important time in American history. Magic Tree House 17 combines elements of fantasy and historical fiction to create an engaging and educational reading experience.
Titanic: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #17: Tonight on the Titanic (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #7) (Paperback)
This is book number 7 in the Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker series.
- #1: Dinosaurs: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #1: Dinosaurs Before Dark (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #1) (Paperback): $6.99
- #2: Knights and Castles: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #2) (Paperback): $6.99
- #3: Mummies and Pyramids: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #3: Mummies in the Morning (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #3) (Paperback): $6.99
- #4: Pirates: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #4: Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #4) (Paperback): $6.99
- #5: Rain Forests: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #6: Afternoon on the Amazon (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #5) (Paperback): $6.99
- #6: Space: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #8: Midnight on the Moon (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #6) (Paperback): $6.99
- #8: Twisters and Other Terrible Storms: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #23: Twister on Tuesday (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #8) (Paperback): $6.99
- #9: Dolphins and Sharks: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #9: Dolphins at Daybreak (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #9) (Paperback): $6.99
- #10: Ancient Greece and the Olympics: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #16: Hour of the Olympics (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #10) (Paperback): $6.99
- #11: American Revolution: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #22: Revolutionary War on Wednesday (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #11) (Paperback): $6.99
- #12: Sabertooths and the Ice Age: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #7: Sunset of the Sabertooth (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #12) (Paperback): $6.99
- #13: Pilgrims: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #27: Thanksgiving on Thursday (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #13) (Paperback): $6.99
- #14: Ancient Rome and Pompeii: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #13: Vacation Under the Volcano (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #14) (Paperback): $6.99
- #15: Tsunamis and Other Natural Disasters: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #28: High Tide in Hawaii (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #15) (Paperback): $6.99
- #16: Polar Bears and the Arctic: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #12: Polar Bears Past Bedtime (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #16) (Paperback): $6.99
- #17: Sea Monsters: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #11: Dark Day in the Deep Sea (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #17) (Paperback): $6.99
- #18: Penguins and Antarctica: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #12: Eve of the Emperor Penguin (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #18) (Paperback): $6.99
- #19: Leonardo da Vinci: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #10: Monday with a Mad Genius (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #19) (Paperback): $6.99
- #20: Ghosts: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #14: A Good Night for Ghosts (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #20) (Paperback): $6.99
- #21: Leprechauns and Irish Folklore: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #15: Leprechaun in Late Winter (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #21) (Paperback): $6.99
- #22: Rags and Riches: Kids in the Time of Charles Dickens: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #16: A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #22) (Paperback): $6.99
- #23: Snakes and Other Reptiles: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #17: A Crazy Day with Cobras (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #23) (Paperback): $6.99
- #24: Dog Heroes: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #18: Dogs in the Dead of Night (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #24) (Paperback): $6.99
- #25: Abraham Lincoln: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #19: Abe Lincoln at Last (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #25) (Paperback): $6.99
- #26: Pandas and Other Endangered Species: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #20: A Perfect Time for Pandas (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #26) (Paperback): $6.99
- #27: Horse Heroes: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #21: Stallion by Starlight (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #27) (Paperback): $6.99
- #28: Heroes for All Times: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #23: High Time for Heroes (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #28) (Paperback): $6.99
- #29: Soccer: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #24: Soccer on Sunday (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #29) (Paperback): $6.99
- #30: Ninjas and Samurai: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #5: Night of the Ninjas (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #30) (Paperback): $6.99
- #31: China: Land of the Emperor's Great Wall: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #14: Day of the Dragon King (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #31) (Paperback): $6.99
- #32: Sharks and Other Predators: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #25: Shadow of the Shark (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #32) (Paperback): $6.99
- #33: Vikings: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #15: Viking Ships at Sunrise (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #33) (Paperback): $6.99
- #34: Dogsledding and Extreme Sports: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #26: Balto of the Blue Dawn (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #34) (Paperback): $6.99
- #35: Dragons and Mythical Creatures: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #27: Night of the Ninth Dragon (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #35) (Paperback): $6.99
- #36: World War II: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Super Edition #1: World at War, 1944 (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #36) (Paperback): $6.99
- #37: Baseball: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #29: A Big Day for Baseball (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #37) (Paperback): $6.99
- #38: Wild West: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #10: Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #38) (Paperback): $6.99
- #39: Texas: A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #30: Hurricane Heroes in Texas (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #39) (Paperback): $6.99
- #40: Warriors: A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #31: Warriors in Winter (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #40) (Paperback): $6.99
- #41: Benjamin Franklin: A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #32: To the Future, Ben Franklin! (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #41) (Paperback): $6.99
- #42: Narwhals and Other Whales: A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #33: Narwhal on a Sunny Night (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #42) (Paperback): $6.99
- #43: Llamas and the Andes: A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #34: Late Lunch with Llamas (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker #43) (Library Binding): Please email or call us for pricing on this book.
Description
The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better.
Track the facts with Jack and Annie!
When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #17: Tonight on the Titanic, they had lots of questions. How many people were aboard the Titanic? Why weren’t there enough lifeboats for all the passengers? How did this “unsinkable” ship sink? What lessons can we learn from the tragedy? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts.
Filled with up-to-date information, photos, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures. And teachers can use Fact Trackers alongside their Magic Tree House fiction companions to meet common core text pairing needs.
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
Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!
About the Author
WILL OSBORNE and MARY POPE OSBORNE have been married for a number of years and live in northwestern Connecticut with their three dogs, Joey, Mr. Bezo, and Little Bear.
Mary is the author of over one hundred books for children, including novels, picture books, biographies, and retellings of fairy tales and world mythologies. Will has worked for many years in the theater as an actor, director, and playwright. Together he and Mary have coauthored two books of Greek mythology and eight Magic Tree House® Fact Trackers. Will has also written a multimedia planetarium show, Magic Tree House Space Mission, and is cocreator with Randy Courts of Magic Tree House: The Musical, a full-scale Broadway-style family musical based on Christmas in Camelot.
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 Nonfiction / History / United States / 20th Century
- Juvenile Nonfiction / Transportation / Boats, Ships & Underwater Craft
- Juvenile Nonfiction / Readers / Chapter Books
- Prebound (August 1st, 2002): $17.80
BOOK #21: CIVIL WAR ON SUNDAY: Jack and Annie are transported to the time of the Civil War, where they meet Clara Barton.
The book is written in a way that is accessible to young readers, with short chapters and simple language. It also includes additional information at the end of the story to further enhance the educational aspect. Overall, Magic Tree House 17 is a captivating read that combines adventure, history, and magic. It is sure to entertain and educate young readers who are interested in history and enjoy a good story..
Reviews for "Magic Tree House 17: From Words to Reality, a Truly Magical Experience"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Magic Tree House 17". The plot felt rushed and lacked depth compared to previous books in the series. The characters didn't have much development, and the overall storyline seemed to be lacking originality. I was hoping for a more engaging adventure, but unfortunately, this one fell flat for me.
2. Mike - 1 star - I couldn't even finish "Magic Tree House 17". The writing felt boring and the pacing was off. The story didn't grab my attention or make me feel invested in the characters' journey. I found myself skipping pages just to get to the end, which is something I rarely do with books. Overall, I was not impressed and would not recommend this installment of the series.
3. Jessica - 2 stars - While I've enjoyed previous books in the "Magic Tree House" series, book 17 left me underwhelmed. The plot felt predictable and lacked the excitement and suspense that I had come to expect. The illustrations were also not as vibrant or detailed as in previous books, which further contributed to my disappointment. I hope the next installment can bring back the magic that seemed to be missing in this one.
4. David - 1 star - "Magic Tree House 17" was a complete letdown. The story felt forced and contrived, lacking the originality and creativity that made me fall in love with the series in the first place. The dialogue was cheesy, and the characters felt one-dimensional. I found myself rolling my eyes at several points throughout the book. It's a shame, as I had high hopes, but this installment fell far short of my expectations.