The twenty-ninth installment in the Magic Treehouse series is an exciting and educational adventure for readers of all ages. In this book, Jack and Annie travel back in time to ancient China during the Song Dynasty. As always, they rely on the magical powers of the treehouse and the wisdom of Morgan le Fay to guide them through their journey. Along the way, they meet famous Chinese explorer Zheng He and learn about his voyages. Jack and Annie also witness the creation of intricate porcelain and even visit the Forbidden City. Through their experiences, readers learn about the rich history and culture of ancient China.
Through their experiences, readers learn about the rich history and culture of ancient China. The main idea of this installment is to teach children about different time periods and cultures through engaging stories and lovable characters..
‘Magic Tree House’ Movies in Development at Lionsgate
Lionsgate has acquired the movie rights to the “Magic Tree House” book series and is developing multiple live-action films to be released by its Summit Entertainment label.
The movies are based on the adventures chronicled in the 54-volume “Magic Tree House” collection. Author Mary Pope Osborne will executive produce along with her husband Will Osborne.
No other producers have been attached.
The “Magic Tree House” franchise has sold more than 130 million books, been translated into more than 35 languages and even spawned musical. The series follows brother and sister Jack and Annie after they discover a mysterious tree house and find a collection of books that transports them through history.
Will Osborne and Jenny Laird have written the script for the first installment, based primarily on Book 29, “Christmas in Camelot.” In the movie, Jack and Annie rediscover the tree house after having outgrown it and are summoned to Camelot to be its saviors.
“We’re always looking for magical worlds to expand into potential motion picture franchises, and this is an iconic property that is beloved and recognizable around the world,” said Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Co-President Erik Feig. “The Magic Tree House books have been cherished by generations of readers, including my own children. We’re thrilled to bring the genius of Mary Pope Osborne’s iconic stories to the screen for their tens of millions of fans and to introduce a whole new audience to their magic.”
Prior to coming aboard as a writer on the feature script, Will Osborne was joined by Randy Courts in creating a musical adaptation, “Magic Tree House: The Musical,” and worked with composer Allen Toussaint for “Magic Tree House: A Night in New Orleans.” Osborne also developed a planetarium show entitled “Magic Tree House: Space Mission” for the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
The Osbornes and Natalie Pope Boyce have also created a non-fiction series to supplement the facts inspiring the Magic Tree House stories, entitled “Magic Tree House Fact Trackers.”
“Mary Pope Osborne’s Magic Tree House series has impacted the way children learn to read in an extraordinary way, and she has sparked a lifelong love of reading in millions of children over the course of nearly 25 years,” said Barbara Marcus, president and publisher of Random House Children’s Books. “We are so pleased to see that Mary’s magical storytelling will continue on in a new form, opening up worlds of adventure to new generations of readers.”
Eric Brown and Rose Schwartz of Franklin, Weinrib, Rudell & Vassallo, represented Osborne and the screenwriters. Bonnie Stylides negotiated the deal on behalf of Lionsgate.
“We’re always looking for magical worlds to expand into potential motion picture franchises, and this is an iconic property that is beloved and recognizable around the world,” said Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Co-President Erik Feig. “The Magic Tree House books have been cherished by generations of readers, including my own children. We’re thrilled to bring the genius of Mary Pope Osborne’s iconic stories to the screen for their tens of millions of fans and to introduce a whole new audience to their magic.”
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Reviews for "Unraveling a Pirate's Tale: The Latest Edition of the Magic Treehouse Series"
1. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I was extremely disappointed with "The twenty ninth installment in the magic treehouse series". I have been a fan of the series since the beginning, but this book felt like a complete letdown. The story lacked depth and substance, and the characters seemed one-dimensional. The plot also seemed highly repetitive and predictable. Overall, I found this book to be a poor addition to the series and a waste of my time.
2. Mark - 2/5 stars - As a long-time reader of the magic treehouse series, I had high expectations for "The twenty ninth installment". Unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The storyline was weak and confusing, with several plot holes that were never resolved. Additionally, the pacing of the book was extremely slow, making it difficult to stay engaged. While I appreciate the effort put into this series, this particular installment was a miss for me.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I was not impressed with "The twenty ninth installment in the magic treehouse series". The story felt rushed and underdeveloped, and the characters lacked depth. It seemed as though the author was just trying to extend the series without putting much effort into creating a compelling story. Furthermore, the writing style was lackluster and failed to hold my attention. Overall, I would not recommend this book to fellow fans of the series.
4. Jason - 1/5 stars - "The twenty ninth installment in the magic treehouse series" was a complete disappointment. The plot was predictable and lacked any real excitement or suspense. The dialogues were bland and lacked the wit and charm that is usually present in this series. It felt like a rushed and uninspired addition to the franchise. I hope the next installment will bring back the magic that I have come to love from this series.