Revolutionary War On Wednesday (Magic Tree House 22, paper) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) "Wake up, Jack!" Annie whispered..." (more)
Key Phrases: George Washington, Revolutionary War, Delaware River (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

If it's Wednesday, it must be Revolutionary War day. Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House series, are in for another adventure in their time- and space-traveling tree house. Mysterious magical librarian Morgan le Fay has set four new tasks for the siblings. Jack and Annie must find four special kinds of writing for Morgan's library in order to save Camelot, the ancient kingdom of King Arthur. In Civil War on Sunday, the pair traveled back to the 1860s to collect a list of rules ("something to follow") from famous nurse Clara Barton. Now they discover they must visit another war era: the Revolutionary War. Jack and Annie set aside their apprehension and soon they're spinning back through time to Christmas Day, 1776, on the banks of the Delaware River in Pennsylvania, where they encounter none other than the man on the dollar bill himself, George Washington! The children accidentally-on-purpose end up embroiled in the famous commander-in-chief's mission, where they not only play a part in convincing Washington to carry on with his patriotic duty, but also find the second kind of writing for Morgan's library: "something to send."

Award-winning author Mary Pope Osborne's young adventure series, The Magic Tree House, is immensely popular among children and teachers alike, promoting a fascination with history--and reading--no textbook can match. (Ages 6 to 9) --Emilie Coulter

Product Description

The Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to Colonial America. They arrive just as General george Washington is planning the crossing of the Delaware. Before they know it, Jack and Annie are in a boat with the Father of Our Country as history is made!

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers; illustrated edition edition (September 26, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679890688
• ISBN-13: 978-0679890683
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 4.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,611 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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• This is item 22 in The Magic Tree House Series.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a really COOL book!, October 1, 2000

A Kid's Review

This book is about a boy and girl named Jack & Annie who travel back in time in a Magic Treehouse. This adventure is about George Washington and the Revolutionary War. George was a Captain during the war, and is well-known for crossing the Delaware River. The Revolutionary War is what began the Right of Independence for the Americans. If you like to read or want to know about United States History, this would be a great book for you!

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Series Your Child will Enjoy Reading, October 1, 2000

By A Customer

The Magic Tree House series got my third Grader son reading. My son couldn't wait to read this one and enjoyed it as much as the others! Number 22 in the series, this installment is true to Jack and Annie's adventures. The book is 2nd in their quest to Save Camelot. Jack and Annie go back to the Revolutionary War period. They learn about America's fight for independence and a lesson about perseverance. I like the way it presents factual events and history to the young reader. The book also gives facts about the Revolutionary War that teachers and parents can build on. Mary Pope Osborne does a wonderful job in writing a series that children anxiously await the next installment!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Revolutionary War on Wednesday, March 28, 2001

A Kid's Review

I think this book a very good book. The story is about two kids who find a tree house that takes them places. For instance to the Titanic or in this case The Reolutionary War. One part I enjoyed reading was how Jack and Annie sneaked on to George Washington boat and listend to his plot. This book is a series. But if you have some free time I suggest you read this wonderful book. This book had no part where I ever wanted to put it down. I really hope you have time to read this book.