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Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! — Content Guide for Parents

By Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope BoyceRandom House Children's Books2013ISBN 9780449817919117 pages
Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini!

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

It's a book of magic tricks perfect for chapter book readers! When Jack and Annie went back in time to meet Houdini, they learned that the most famous magician of all time didn't use real magic at all. It was a trick! Now they've tracked down all the best, most fun, most tricky magic tricks and put them together in one book. With simple instructions, easy-to-follow diagrams, and tips from Jack and Annie,  Magic Tricks from the Tree House is tailor-made to teach kids how to wow friends and family in their very own magic shows. Includes facts about famous magicians and famous tricks.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results. The series is described as suspenseful but not scary, focusing on adventure rather than violence. No scary content detected. The series is noted for creating suspense without being too scary for young readers.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results. The series is described as suspenseful but not scary, focusing on adventure rather than violence.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have scary content?

    No scary content detected. The series is noted for creating suspense without being too scary for young readers.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the search results. The narrative revolves around magic and adventure without invoking any specific religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have racial/cultural content?

    No race or racism themes detected. The narrative focuses on the adventures of Jack and Annie without addressing racial themes or issues.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results. The content is described as appropriate for children.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results. The focus remains on magic and historical adventures without environmental messaging.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have sexual identity?

    No sexual content detected in the search results. The book is aimed at children and focuses on magic tricks and adventures.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have gender roles?

    The series features both male and female protagonists, with Annie often initiating adventures, suggesting a modern feminist framing. However, some descriptions indicate that non-White groups are portrayed as foreign and magical, which may imply traditional gender roles in certain contexts.

  • Does Magic Tricks from the Tree House A Fun Companion to Magic Tree House #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for the book. The content focuses on the adventures of siblings Jack and Annie without reference to LGBTQ+ identities or themes.