Magic Tree House is a popular book series written by Mary Pope Osborne. The twelfth book in the series is titled "Polar Bears past Bedtime." In this adventure, the main characters, Jack and Annie, travel to the Arctic. The book begins with Jack and Annie finding a mysterious message in their backyard. This message leads them to the magic tree house, which transports them to different places and time periods. In this particular adventure, they are taken to the Arctic, where they encounter polar bears and other Arctic wildlife.
"Get that spot," they'd yell through the windows, as Ronnie Brown recalls.
The land for the service road was acquired around 1974, trimming the number of cars capable of wedging into the driveway between the Magic Tunnel and the service road. The land for the service road was acquired around 1974, trimming the number of cars capable of wedging into the driveway between the Magic Tunnel and the service road.
In this particular adventure, they are taken to the Arctic, where they encounter polar bears and other Arctic wildlife. They also meet a team of researchers studying polar bears. Throughout the book, Jack and Annie learn about the importance of polar bears and their ecosystem, as well as the effects of climate change on these animals.
Business thrives in good times and bad at Lee's Magic Tunnel Car Wash
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- The Magic Tunnel is where more than 660 cars have passed through the wheel washers, hula washers, steam cleaners and air dryers in one day.
It is where employees have found dead snakes, skunks, rats and squirrels, most of them hiding under cars seats or in the dashboards. They have also encountered eggs and blood, among other things.
A turkey is among the more recent discoveries.
"It went through the center of the windshield," Ronnie Brown said. "It missed the husband and wife and landed in the back of the Suburban."
Brown and his brother, Mike, are co-owners of Lee's Magic Tunnel Car Wash on South Parkway - one of the city's best-known small businesses.
By the Browns' calculations, Magic Tunnel Car Wash has been open since 1957, when Lawrence Houk opened it as a way to display his car wash equipment.
"If somebody wanted to buy equipment, he'd say, 'Go to (car washes) in Huntsville or Birmingham,"' Ronnie Brown said.
The Browns took over the business in 1968, leasing it for $400 a month for 25 years. The name was changed from Magic Tunnel Car Wash to Lee's Magic Tunnel Car Wash, in honor of Brown's father, Lee.
For many years, there were two Magic Tunnels - one on South Parkway and the other on North Parkway, near the current location of WAFF-TV.
"It was known as Magic Tunnel South and North," Mike Brown said. "It did well until (the expansion of Memorial Parkway) messed it up."
There were three pieces of equipment in 1968 - an air dryer, a steam cleaner and a set of wheel washers. The rest was done by hand.
Every now and then, customers rapped on the windows in the walkway as they watched their car being washed.
"Get that spot," they'd yell through the windows, as Ronnie Brown recalls.
In the years before the service roads on Memorial Parkway, the Browns were able to squeeze as many as 21 cars in front of the Magic Tunnel.
The cars were clustered there, awaiting the final touches - usually cleaning on the inside and drying the outsides of the windows.
"I've been compared to an old (full-service) gas station," Ronnie Brown said. "We're one of the few who gives hands-on service."
The land for the service road was acquired around 1974, trimming the number of cars capable of wedging into the driveway between the Magic Tunnel and the service road.
Now, there is only room for 12 cars at a time, by Mike Brown's estimate. He figures 450 cars is the most Lee's can wash in one day.
The record is 663, set in the days before the service roads.
"Pollen season is best," he said.
Said Ronnie Brown, "Green makes green."
The Browns bought the property on South Parkway in 1993. The Magic Tunnel on North Parkway closed the next year.
In 2005, they opened Lee's Express Wash on North Parkway in 2005.
"(Business) has always been good (in) good times and bad," Ronnie Brown said. "It's like when people don't have new cars, they take care of old cars.
"No matter what, you can't fail. They always take care of their cars."
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They also face various challenges and dangers, such as getting lost in a blizzard. However, with their intelligence and the help of the magic tree house, they are able to overcome these obstacles and successfully complete their mission. The main idea of "Polar Bears past Bedtime" is to educate children about the Arctic and the importance of environmental conservation. It teaches them about the beauty and vulnerability of polar bears and their habitat. By highlighting the effects of climate change, the book aims to raise awareness and inspire children to take action to protect the environment. Overall, "Polar Bears past Bedtime" is an exciting and educational adventure that combines fantasy and learning in a captivating way..
Reviews for "Time Travel and Adventure in Magic Tree House Book Number 12"
1. Name: Sarah
Rating: ★
Review: I was really disappointed with Magic Tree House Book Number 12. Unlike previous books in the series, this one lacked any excitement or adventure. The story seemed to drag on and there was a lack of character development. Additionally, the plot was predictable and unimaginative. I've been a fan of this series for a while, but this book fell short of my expectations.
2. Name: Michael
Rating: ★★
Review: As an avid reader of the Magic Tree House series, I found Book Number 12 to be quite weak compared to the earlier installments. The plot felt repetitive and there was a lack of unique challenges for the characters to overcome. The writing style also didn't seem as engaging as before, making it difficult to stay invested in the story. Overall, this book didn't captivate my interest like the previous ones did.
3. Name: Emily
Rating: ★★
Review: I found Book Number 12 of the Magic Tree House series to be quite underwhelming. The premise of the book had potential, but the execution fell flat. The story lacked depth and the characters felt one-dimensional. The narrative was also overly simplistic, making it more suitable for younger readers. I was left wanting more substance and complexity in this installment, but unfortunately, it didn't deliver.
4. Name: Jason
Rating: ★
Review: I was extremely disappointed with Magic Tree House Book Number 12. The storyline was unengaging and lacked any real excitement or suspense. The characters felt stale and their actions seemed predictable. The overall pacing of the book was off, making it a struggle to finish. I had high hopes for this series, but this particular installment was a major letdown.
5. Name: Samantha
Rating: ★★
Review: Magic Tree House Book Number 12 left me feeling unsatisfied. The plot was thin and the writing style was uninspiring. The book also seemed to lack a clear direction, with the events feeling disjointed and unrelated. It didn't hold my attention like the previous books did, and I was left questioning the purpose of this installment. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to fellow fans of the series.