Dolphins at Daybreak

    Dolphins at Daybreak

    by Mary Pope Osborne

    Ages 6-101997
    Early Reader

    Part of the Magic Tree House series, this adventure follows siblings Jack and Annie as they use their magical tree house to travel back in time to the ocean near a coral reef. The children encounter dolphins and learn about marine life while on a mission to solve a riddle and help save their friend Morgan le Fay. The story combines fantasy adventure with educational content about ocean ecosystems and marine conservation, emphasizing themes of sibling cooperation, problem-solving, and environmental awareness.

    1997Published
    Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Educational, Science Fiction

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    Theme Presence Analysis

    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Frequent
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    None
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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