The Well-Wishers
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1960 · Est. 6 hour read

The Well-Wishers

Written by Edward Eager · Illustrated by N. M. Bodecker

Book #6 in the Tales of Magic series

A dried-up wishing well sparks unexpected adventures. Is it magic or something else?

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228 pages· 44,094 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Gordy dares a dried-up wishing well to work its magic, and suddenly, he and his friends are swept into thrilling adventures. But is it really the well's magic that turns a troublemaker into a hero, keeps an orchard blooming, or sends James on a daring rescue? As they navigate these mysteries, they discover that sometimes the best magic isn't magical at all. Dive into a world where the line between reality and enchantment blurs, and every wish holds the promise of adventure.

From the publisher

Book six in the series called “truly magic in a reader’s hands” by Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner for Dead End in Norvelt.The wishing well is all used up, its magic drained, its enchantment gone dry. Or has it?In a reckless moment, Gordy threatens the old well, telling it to get going with its magic or else! and suddenly he and his friends are plunged into just the sort of adventures they’d longed for. But is it really the well’s magic that transforms troublemaker Dicky LeBaron from ne’er-do-well to hero? Or keeps Appledore’s orchard in bloom? Or sends James on a daring rescue of a damsel in distress? Does it matter?Sometimes the best kind of magic is the kind that isn’t so magical at all. . .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!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
228
Words
44,094
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
790L
Themes & topics
Books about wishesBooks about magicBooks about summerBooks about readingBooks about vacations
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~S
AR points
7
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
32200
Publication
Published
August 30, 2016
First published
January 1, 1960
Publisher
CY
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780544671676

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