Magic Tree House Book 10 is part of the popular children's book series written by Mary Pope Osborne. The series follows the adventures of Jack and Annie, two siblings who discover a magical tree house filled with books that can transport them to different times and places. In Book 10, titled "Ghost Town at Sundown," Jack and Annie travel back in time to the Wild West, specifically to a ghost town. They arrive at an old saloon, where they meet a ghost cowboy named Slim. Slim explains that the town was once lively, but now it is deserted and haunted. The siblings learn that the town's residents were scared away by a gang of outlaws led by Black Jack.
C: I see. That makes sense. At the end, we learn that the book they use to go there is published in 1895 in Dallas. That is in Texas.
Caramel enjoyed reading Ghost Town at Sundown Magic Tree House 10 by Mary Pope Osborne, and is looking forward to reading more of these fun and informative books. Wikipedia calls it the American Frontier , and says the popular understanding of the phrase involves Native American lands west of the Mississippi River, in what is now the Midwest, Texas, the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, the Southwest, and the West Coast.
The siblings learn that the town's residents were scared away by a gang of outlaws led by Black Jack. Jack and Annie embark on a mission to help Slim and the ghost townspeople find peace by rescuing the stolen gold and capturing the outlaws. Along the way, they face various challenges, including encounters with rattlesnakes and navigating a dark mine shaft.
Caramel reviews Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House #10) by Mary Pope Osborne
Caramel has recently inherited Marshmallow’s complete collection of Magic Tree House books, and returned to reading them regularly. In the past he had reviewed several books from this amazing series by Mary Pope Osborne already: Night of the Ninjas (Magic Tree House #5), Afternoon on the Amazon (Magic Tree House #6), Knights and Castles (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #2), Sunset of the Sabertooth (Magic Tree House #7), Midnight on the Moon (Magic Tree House #8), and Dolphins at Daybreak (Magic Tree House #9) as well as Sea Monsters (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #17). Today he reviews book #10: Ghost Town at Sundown. As usual, Sprinkles is taking notes and asking questions.
Caramel reviews Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House #10) by Mary Pope Osborne.
Sprinkles: So Caramel, you chose a Magic Tree House book for your last review before we take a month off for summer.
Caramel: For summer fun and other stuff.
S: Yes, so tell us a bit about this book.
C: The book is about the same kids that showed up in the other Magic Tree House books. So if you read any of those before, then you will know Jack and Annie. Jack is the older brother and Annie is the younger sister, she is more rebellious and Jack is more logical and cautious. Way more cautious.
S: Yes, I remember them well. So what happens in this book to Jack and Annie? What is the ghost town in the title?
C: It’s called Rattlesnake Flats. It is a town in the Wild West. And guess what? They meet the person who wrote the book that took them there.
S: Oh I remember. In this series Jack and Annie travel in a magic tree house. When they open a book they find in it, the tree house takes them to the time and place of the book. So do you know what the Wild West is?
C: I am not sure.
S: Let us see. Wikipedia calls it the American Frontier, and says the popular understanding of the phrase involves “Native American lands west of the Mississippi River, in what is now the Midwest, Texas, the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, the Southwest, and the West Coast.” Time-wise, it could be anytime as early as the seventeenth century, but more likely is the eighteenth or nineteenth century.
C: I see. That makes sense. At the end, we learn that the book they use to go there is published in 1895 in Dallas. That is in Texas.
Caramel is reading Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House #10) by Mary Pope Osborne.
S: So is this story tied in to the previous ones? You last read and reviewed Dolphins at Daybreak (Magic Tree House #9).
C: Well, they are related. This story begins with Morgan giving Jack and Annie a riddle. We saw Morgan before. She is Morgan Le Fay from the King Arthur / Merlin stories, but she is not evil.
S: In fact the kids really like her in these books, right?
C: Yes. The tree house is hers I think. She tells them that they will soon become Magic Librarians, so they can travel with the magic tree house.
S: That sounds exciting!
C: Yeah, so they go and meet a ghost.
S: Is that scary?
C: Not particularly, he is a friendly ghost. He waves at them.
S: Hmm, that sounds intriguing. So tell me your three words for the book then Caramel.
C: Happy, cowboy-ish, and amusing. It’s funny.
S: This makes sense to me though I am not quite sure “cowboy-ish” is a real word.
S: Okay! So let us wrap up your last review before our summer break. What do you want to tell our readers?
C: Stay tuned for more book bunny reviews! We will be back in August!
Caramel enjoyed reading Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House #10) by Mary Pope Osborne, and is looking forward to reading more of these fun and informative books.
Sprinkles: So Caramel, you chose a Magic Tree House book for your last review before we take a month off for summer.
As Jack and Annie try to solve the mystery and save the town, they learn about the importance of bravery, friendship, and never giving up. With the help of Slim and their quick thinking, they manage to overcome obstacles and eventually bring justice to the ghost town. Throughout the book, the author incorporates historical facts about the Wild West, such as the role of saloons, clothing styles, and the dangers faced by pioneers. These educational elements make the Magic Tree House series not only entertaining but also informative for young readers. "Ghost Town at Sundown" is a captivating and engaging story that takes readers on an exciting journey through the Wild West. The book teaches valuable lessons about courage and perseverance while introducing children to different periods in history. Jack and Annie's adventures in the Magic Tree House continue to spark imagination and curiosity among young readers worldwide..
Reviews for "Lions, Pyramids, and Adventure: The Fascinating World of Book 10 in the Magic Tree House Series"
- Sarah - 1 star - I really did not enjoy "Magic Tree House Book 10." I found the storyline to be boring and predictable. The characters lacked depth and the writing was mediocre. I was expecting more from this series and I was sadly disappointed. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging and imaginative read.
- Peter - 2 stars - As a fan of the "Magic Tree House" series, I was excited to read book 10. However, I found it to be lacking compared to the previous installments. The plot felt rushed and the writing style seemed uninspired. The magic and adventure that made the earlier books so enjoyable were almost non-existent in this one. I was left feeling let down and unsatisfied with the overall story.
- Emily - 2 stars - "Magic Tree House Book 10" was not up to par with the rest of the series. The plot felt repetitive and unoriginal. The characters didn't go through any meaningful development and the ending was abrupt and unsatisfying. It didn't hold my attention like the previous books and I was disappointed with the overall quality of this installment.
- Mark - 1 star - I was really disappointed with "Magic Tree House Book 10." The plot was weak and the writing felt lazy. The dialogue was dull and the characters lacked personality. It almost felt like the author was just trying to cash in on the success of the previous books without putting in the effort to create an engaging story. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone.