Mary Pope Osborne

In Magic Tree House: Hurricane Heroes in Galveston, Jack and Annie travel back in time to Galveston, Texas, in 1900, just before the historical hurricane that struck the city. The siblings work with historical figures and experience the power of nature and the resilience of the people who faced the storm. The book also subtly highlights the social divisions in Galveston at the time, illustrating how different social classes were affected by the hurricane in various ways. The book is accessible to young readers, making it an excellent choice for introducing historical events in a fun and engaging way.

This book is ideal for elementary and middle school students. It can be used to explore both historical events and natural disasters in the context of real-life heroes. The book also offers opportunities to discuss social class, as it touches on how different communities were impacted by the hurricane in unique ways. It connects to TEKS like 3.11, which focuses on understanding historical events, and 5.8, which involves identifying the effects of natural disasters.… (more)