Magic Tree House #4: Pirates Past Noon (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) [Library Binding]

Mary Pope Osborne (Author), Sal Murdocca (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 5, 1994 | Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: A Stepping Stone Book(TM) (Book 4)

Illus. in black-and-white. Jack and Annie are in deep trouble when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the days of desert islands, secret maps, hidden gold--and ruthless pirates! Will Jack and Annie discover a buried treasure? Will they find out the identity of the mysterious M? Or will they walk the plank?  

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Illus. in black-and-white. Jack and Annie are in deep trouble when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the days of desert islands, secret maps, hidden gold--and ruthless pirates! Will Jack and Annie discover a buried treasure? Will they find out the identity of the mysterious M? Or will they walk the plank?

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s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers Highly acclaimed by parents, teachers, and especially kids, these books have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers

Highly acclaimed by parents, teachers, and especially kids, these books have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strong characters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science, it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books.
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Library Binding: 80 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (April 5, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679924256
• ISBN-13: 978-0679924258
• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,606,724 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

"I'm one of those very lucky people who absolutely loves what they do for a living. There is no career better suited to my eccentricities, strengths, and passions than that of a children's book author."--Mary Pope Osborne

Mary Pope Osborne is the author of the popular Magic Tree House series. She works with her husband Will and her sister Natalie on the nonfiction companion series, Magic Tree House Research Guides. Many of her books have been named to best-books lists.

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Goosebumps, December 2, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House, No. 4) (Paperback)

Magic Tree House #4, Pirates past noon, is the best. I love the cover. I like Jack and Annie. They are sort of funny. I read the whole book in one day. I am five years old and my name is Nate.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great New Adventure!, February 26, 2008

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This review is from: Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House, No. 4) (Paperback)

In this 4th installment of the Magic Tree House series, Jack and Annie find themselves on a deserted island, quickly confronted by three not so nice pirates - Pinky, Stinky and Cap'n Bones. The pirates are in search of Captain Kidd's buried treasure and they are sure that Jack and Annie know where it is. With the pirates desperate to find the treasure and a storm on its way, how will the kids get out of this one and back home safely?
The end of Pirates Past Noon holds a delightful surprise and is sure to lead you quickly in search of book #5! This is a great series that my 5 year old daughter and I love. It is perfect for kids who are outgrowing the younger picture books and getting ready for chapter books. These books have a picture every few pages, so that helps in the transition of reading/listening stages, I think. They are also a great way to introduce your child to different regions and to learn a bit about history.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Time of the Pirates, February 13, 2002

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House, No. 4) (Paperback)

Pirates Past Noon
Mary Pope Osborne

Would you ever want to travel to the time of the pirates?

This is a story about two kids Annie and Jack. They have found a magic tree house and travel to the time of the pirates. The pirates show up and capture them. The pirates make them tell were the buried treasure is. They tell them they don't know were it is, but then Jack & Annie find the treasure and tell them were it is. The pirates found it too and leave to get some shovels and in that time something happens to Annie and Jack, but you'll have to read the book to find out what happens to the two of them.

I thought this was a great book think it is for people who like adventure books.

I recommend this book to kids 6-10 years old and I think kids would love it if they like adventure.