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In the Magician's House (You Say Which Way)

In the Magician's House (You Say Which Way)

Published in
2013
3.70
on Goodreads (84)

Description

Watch your step! This is a book which doesn't play straight. The Magician's house is like that too - things move around. If you're the sort of person who needs predictability, then pick up another book, curl up and enjoy it. This book won't mind. But if you want to take an active part in a book then stick around. You might be just the reader this book has been waiting for. Dreams swirl around in the Magician's house just like dust does in the corners of other houses. Little stories get stuck in the crannies. Just for a moment, while you are sweeping, you can find yourself running across a green field, steering an iron horse through twisty roads, or picking ripe strawberries in a bright, warm field. Some mornings, just getting to breakfast is an adventure. What readers have said: "This book is good, and I mean immersive, elegant, well-written good. Great for children who don't like reading as much as they should." In this interactive adventure for ages 10 - 12, YOU say which way the story goes.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
134 pages

Why to read

  • Interactive Reading Experience: 'In the Magician's House (You Say Which Way)' offers a unique reading adventure where the reader's choices determine the direction of the story. This interactive format engages the reader actively, making the reading experience more immersive and personalized.
  • Boosts Decision-Making Skills: As a 'choose your own adventure' book, it encourages readers to make decisions at key points in the narrative, which can help develop critical thinking and decision-making skills, particularly in younger readers who are the primary audience for this book.
  • Encourages Multiple Readings: With various possible paths and endings, the book can be read multiple times, each time offering a different experience. This encourages readers to explore the consequences of different choices, fostering a deeper understanding of narrative structure and cause-and-effect.
  • Sparks Imagination: DM Potter creates a magical and mysterious world that allows readers to explore their creativity and imagination. The fantastical elements and the sense of wonder in 'In the Magician's House' inspire readers to envision the many possibilities within the story and beyond.