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Dinosaurs Before Dark

By Mary Pope Osborne
Series: Magic Tree House
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Dinosaurs Before Dark is an adventurous start to the Magic Tree House series, where siblings Jack and Annie discover a treehouse filled with books that can transport them through time. In their first journey, they find themselves in the prehistoric era, encountering dinosaurs and navigating various thrilling challenges. This captivating story blends excitement with education, engaging young readers in a world of history and imagination.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy adventurous tales filled with magic and time travel. It transports young readers back to the world of dinosaurs and offers a thrilling journey that sparks curiosity and imagination. Perfect for children who love exploring the wonders of the prehistoric world and crave a mix of excitement and educational elements.

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Eight-year-old Jack and his younger sister Annie find a magic treehouse, which whisks them back to an ancient time zone where they see live dinosaurs.

Climb the ladder to adventure by reading MAGIC TREE HOUSE books!

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Climb the ladder to adventure by reading Magic Tree House books!

Where did the magic tree house come from?

Before Jack and Anie can find out, the mysterious tree house whisks them back to the prehistoric past. Now can they do it before dark... or will they become a dinosaur's dinner?

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Dinosaurs Before Dark by Mary Pope Osborne is praised for its engaging and adventurous storyline that captivates young readers. The book introduces children to the excitement of time travel and prehistoric life, sparking imagination and curiosity. It is often lauded for its accessible language and the way it encourages a love of reading and learning.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780679824114

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 1992

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House USA Inc

Illustration: BLACK & WHITE ILLUSTRATIONS

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
  • Illustrated by Sal Murdocca

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 62g

Pages: 80

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About the Author

MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of all the Magic Tree House books, American Tall Tales (Knopf), and New York's Bravest (Knopf). The author lives in Goshen, Connecticut, with her husband, Will, and their two dogs.

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