THE MAGIC CABIN, VOLUME 20 - UNDER THE LIMELIGHT

THE MAGIC TREEHOUSE, BOOK 20 - IN THE SPOTLIGHT

A thrilling Hollywood adventure set in the era of the pioneers of the seventh art! For their fourth and final quest in this magical cycle, the fairy Morgane entrusts Tom and Léa with a major challenge. The magic treehouse propels them back a century to New York, in the very early 1910s. Their goal? To find the secret of a mysterious magician of images to complete their learning.

While exploring the city, the two children accidentally find themselves on the set of a black-and-white silent film! It’s a whirlwind of activity: hand-cranked cameras are rolling, directors are shouting their instructions, and stunt performers are performing one feat after another. Caught up in the whirlwind of creation, Tom and Léa will have to improvise and step into the spotlight to help a young actress in distress and save the production from disaster. Between visual gags, papier-mâché sets, and old-fashioned special effects secrets, our duo will discover that cinema has its own magic. A captivating and humorous story that celebrates the art of visual storytelling!

• Publisher: Bayard Jeunesse

• Author: Mary Pope Osborne

• Illustrator: Philippe Masson

• Reading age: From 7–8 years old (Grade 2 / Grade 3 and up)

• Topics covered: The history of cinema, the early days of silent films, optical illusions, filmmaking secrets, perseverance, and expressing emotions

• Bonus content: A fast-paced story with short chapters, perfect for encouraging independent reading, immersive illustrations that bring the retro atmosphere of old-fashioned studios to life, and fun cultural references about the birth of the seventh art