Book details
Bruce Coville's Magic Shop Books 5-Book Box Set
Description
Step inside Mr. Elives' magic shop, where the shelves are stocked with strange and mysterious goods. The children in these five books each leave the shop with magical items intended especially for them. In The Monster's Ring, Russell Crannaker, bullied all his life, gets a chance to fight back when he is given a monstrous magical item. In Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher, a boy receives a small marbled dragon's egg—and when it hatches, his wildest dreams take wing. In Jennifer Murdley's Toad, a girl "in a plain brown wrapper," buys a talking toad who knows a thing or two about the true nature of beauty. In The Skull of Truth, Charlie Eggleston, the biggest liar in town, steals a skull from the shop, and it puts him under some sort of spell: He can only tell the truth—but now no one believes him! And in Juliet Dove, Queen of Love, a shy girl suddenly becomes the most popular girl in school when she wears the ancient amulet given to her at the magic shop. These funny and fantastic tales are collected in a boxed set, perfect for gift-giving.
Age
10-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
896 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Fantasy Worlds: Bruce Coville's Magic Shop Books transport readers to imaginative worlds filled with magic, wonder, and adventure, making for an engaging and entertaining reading experience that stimulates creativity and the joy of escapism.
- Life Lessons and Moral Themes: Each book in the series weaves important life lessons and moral themes into the narrative, such as the value of friendship, the importance of courage, and the power of kindness, providing young readers with valuable insights as they enjoy the story.
- Memorable Characters: Coville is known for creating vivid and relatable characters that readers can connect with. The Magic Shop series is no exception, featuring a cast of characters that are both enchanting and inspiring, making readers eager to follow their journeys.
- Series Appeal: With a box set of five books, readers can delve deeply into the Magic Shop universe, enjoying the continuity and character development that comes with a series. This allows for a more immersive reading experience and the pleasure of following a larger overarching story.