{"product_id":"the-wellwishers-isbn-9780544671676","title":"The Well-Wishers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook six in the series called \"truly magic in a reader's hands\" by Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner for \u003cem\u003eDead End in Norvelt.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wishing well is all used up, its magic drained, its enchantment gone dry. Or has it?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a reckless moment, Gordy threatens the old well, telling it to get going with its magic or \u003cem\u003eelse!\u003c\/em\u003e and suddenly he and his friends are plunged into just the sort of adventures they’d longed for. But is it \u003cem\u003ereally \u003c\/em\u003ethe 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?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSometimes the best kind of magic is the kind that isn’t so magical at all. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy all seven of the middle grade novels in Edward Eager's beloved Tales of Magic series!\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"A keen insight into human behavior . . . , a subtle twist of humor, and an ability to hold action to a fast pace keep Mr. Eager's books well out in front for popularity and charm. This one will delight.\" \u003cem\u003e —\u003cem\u003eChristian Science Monitor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e   “Delectable wordplay and a light, witty touch make these adventures pure delight. Deserves an exalted place on every bookshelf of classics.”\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003e  —\u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarion Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890067927269,"sku":"NP9780544671676","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780544671676.jpg?v=1730232483","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-wellwishers-isbn-9780544671676","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}