A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee
By Chris Van Dusen
The Story
A man and his dog set out on a peaceful camping trip, but a marshmallow-loving bear sends them plunging down a mountain and racing down a river toward a waterfall.
Why It's Special
For the kid who thinks a quiet campout should really end in a wild chase, this one turns a cozy trip into a runaway adventure.
- Big idea: Even the calmest plans can go sideways — and it's how you ride it out that counts.
- Vibes: Bouncy, rhyming, and full of momentum, with a wink of danger that never feels scary.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy funny outdoor adventure stories
- love rhyming text with a strong beat
- like to predict what happens next in a fast-moving plot
- respond well to bright, detailed illustrations to pore over
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What do you think Mr. Magee and Dee could do when the bear showed up at their campsite?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Dee felt when they started plunging down the mountain?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever been camping or outdoors and had something unexpected happen?
- Imagination: If a bear wandered into your campsite, what would you do?
- Story & problem-solving: What do you think Mr. Magee and Dee will do when they reach the edge of the waterfall?
