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Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #21: Leprechauns and Irish Folklore: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #43: Leprechaun in Late Winter

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Leprechauns and Irish Folklore by Mary Pope Osborne and
Natalie Pope Boyce contains a lot of fun and interesting
facts about the Celts and the old legends of Ireland. It
addresses historical events that have affected Irish
folklore, such as how Christian monks came to Ireland and
documented many myths, how English heritage almost wiped out
Irish folklore, and how if it werent for people like
Douglas Hyde and Lady Gregory, the amazing legends of old
might have been lost. Most of all, this book tells of
fairies, all kinds of fairies, such as leprechauns and
banshees. This mind-boggling research guide includes
everything from how fairies act and where they live to what
fairies like and how to prevent their mischief. Stories are
told about peoples encounters with fairies, how they can be
very nice or very dangerous. You even get to read about the
origin of Halloween in Ireland. Later, the book tells about
a magical land filled with fairies, where you never grow up.
Finally, this book cautions that you never know where a
fairy might be hiding!

I really found this to be an
extremely interesting book. Mary Pope Osborne and Natalie
Pope Boyce did a very good job of explaining Irish folklore.
I never knew that there were so many types of fairies! It
was surprising how they fit myths, legends, and the history
of music, dancing, magic, and much more all in one little
book! Although I found the content impressive, the
information was not well organized. The facts were randomly
placed throughout the book.

Anyone who is interested in fairies, magic and/or old Irish
culture would love this book and I would definitely
recommend it.



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The Magic Tree House Series is wonderful. My 10 yr old daughter had been reading the series since she was 8. It appeals to both boys & girls. It also stresses cooperation & a bond between siblings. Not only is it fun but the author does an amazing job teaching kids about everything from history to animal species. Whenever something new is coming out she insists on pre-ordering it so she can get it immediately! Once she reads the book, she is "hungry" to learn more about the subject of the book.

MY SON AND I LOVE THIS BOOK AND ALL THE MAGIC TREE HOUSE BOOKS ~ A MUST BUY FOR KIDS!! ''''

This is one of many books in the series and my daughter absolutely loves these books. As soon as she got it she couldn't put it down until she finished the book.

Mary Pope Osborn has done it again! My 4 & 5 year olds love the Magic Tree House series and this one did not disappoint! great book!