Part of Magic Tree House, book 25
First published 2002
Jack and Annie find themselves transported to Elizabethan England when the Magic Tree House takes them on another adventure. They arrive in London during Shakespeare's time and encounter the famous playwright himself. Shakespeare faces trouble with his current production as some of his actors create problems that threaten the show. The brother and sister duo must decide whether they can help save the performance. Jack and Annie consider stepping onto the stage themselves, but they wonder if they have the courage and skills needed. The fate of Shakespeare's play hangs in the balance. Will the children find a way to help the great writer, or will his theatrical dreams crumble? This adventure tests Jack and Annie's bravery as they navigate the world of Elizabethan theater and discover what it takes to keep a show running.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: London, Elizabethan England
Period: Shakespeare's Time
70 pages · Paperback · Random House Books for Young Readers