Magic or Not?

Book five in the series called "truly magic in a reader's hands" by Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner for Dead End in Norvelt.

When is magic not magic?

Laura is a girl who goes out of her way to find adventure. So when her family moves to a house with a well in the yard—a wishing well, according to Lydia, Laura’s opinionated new neighbor—Laura is all too willing to make a wish and see what happens. Plenty happens. Thanks to the well, Laura and her new friends help save Miss Isabella’s house from foreclosure, rescue the almost long-lost heir to a fortune, and even solve the mystery of the antique desk.

But is the well truly granting wishes? Or is something else responsible for the adventures of that summer?

This funny and gentle classic series is an enjoyable read-aloud and also a strong choice for independent reading. For fans of such favorite series as The Penderwicks and The Vanderbeekers.

Enjoy all seven of the middle grade novels in Edward Eager's beloved Tales of Magic series!

• Everyday Magic: Laura makes a simple wish in the old well for a kitten. When two appear, she and her friends have to decide: is it real magic, or is something else at play?
• Unlikely Friendships: An adventurous girl, an opinionated neighbor, and a brand-new group of friends. Their bond is tested as they team up to solve a series of mysteries together.
• Heartwarming Adventures: From saving an elderly neighbor’s home from foreclosure to rescuing a long-lost heir, these kids prove that the greatest adventures come from helping others.
• A Timeless Read-Aloud: Perfect for fans of The Penderwicks, this gentle and funny classic is ideal for families to share or for young readers to discover on their own.