Part of Magic Tree House, book 16
First published 1998
Jack and Annie discover the Magic Tree House has transported them to ancient Greece during the Olympic Games. The siblings face an immediate problem: girls are forbidden from attending the competition. When Annie suggests Jack should go to the games alone, he suspects she has other plans. Annie refuses to accept the restriction and searches for her own way to witness the ancient athletic contests. Her determination to see the Olympics puts both children at risk in a culture with strict rules about women's participation. Jack must decide whether to follow the ancient customs or help his sister pursue her goal. The adventure tests their sibling bond as they navigate the dangers of defying Greek traditions while trying to return home safely.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, sports
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Greece, Magic Tree House
Period: Ancient
74 pages · Paperback · Random House Books for Young Readers