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Lions at Lunchtime

By Mary Pope Osborne

Jack hopes lions stay away—then the African savannah answers with a surprising roar.

exciting wild fast-paced educational

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Animals

What is Lions at Lunchtime about?

When the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie to the African savannah, they find themselves surrounded by wildebeest, rushing rivers and unfamiliar wildlife. Annie eagerly helps a herd cross the water, while Jack searches for the lions he hopes will stay far away. Along the way, they follow a remarkable honeyguide bird and meet a Maasai warrior. But with danger lurking in the grass, Jack’s wish may not come true for long.

About the author

Mary Pope Osborne is a much-loved author from America, best known for her exciting Magic Tree House series. Her books take children on amazing adventures through time and around the world, with characters Jack and Annie. Mary loves to inspire young readers to use their imagination and discover new places through her stories.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

1998

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