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Tiny Geniuses #2
Set the Stage!
MY WEIRD SCHOOL meets MAGIC TREE HOUSE in this engaging chapter book series that seamlessly incorporates science and history themes in a new and entertaining way.
Great minds think alike . . . Jake's class is gearing up for Living History Night. Every student has to do a report about a famous person in history on stage, in front of the whole school. But Jake has major stage fright . . .POP!Fortunately, Jake has some tiny geniuses to help him break a leg! First Lady of Song Ella Fitzgerald and Founding Father Benjamin Franklin know just what Jake needs. But can they help him without spilling the secret of the magic wishing well?
Great minds think alike . . . Jake's class is gearing up for Living History Night. Every student has to do a report about a famous person in history on stage, in front of the whole school. But Jake has major stage fright . . .POP!Fortunately, Jake has some tiny geniuses to help him break a leg! First Lady of Song Ella Fitzgerald and Founding Father Benjamin Franklin know just what Jake needs. But can they help him without spilling the secret of the magic wishing well?
- GenresHistory
133 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 31, 2018
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About the author
Megan E. Bryant
128 books33 followersI've counted books among my friends for as long as I can remember. I was born in Santa Monica, California, though that beautiful city is just one of many places I've called home; my family moved ten times before I graduated from high school. Moving so frequently gave me many opportunities to experience new places, meet new people, and make new friends . . . but it could be lonely, too, especially while I adjusted to a new town or school. When I felt homesick for people and places far away, I knew that I could always turn to my books, familiar friends who traveled everywhere I did. Reading so much inspired me to write my own stories and poems, on topics ranging from birds and snowflakes to castles and talking pasta (really!).
Looking back, all that reading and writing was the perfect preparation for my dream job: writing for children and young adults. I moved to New York City for college and after graduating from New York University with a degree in Dramatic Literature, I worked as a children's book editor for five years. Another move—this time with my husband—led me to close my eyes, hold my breath, and take the leap to become a full-time writer. It was the best decision I ever could've made.
I've lived in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for five years (that's almost a record for me) with my family, and I thank my lucky stars every day for the good fortune to write for kids and teens.
When I'm not writing, I'm . . .
Knitting obsessively, just like my grandmother did (if there's a knitting gene, I got it from her)
Drinking another pot of tea
Doodling on a 3 x 5 index card
Attempting to decipher the cryptic Post-It notes stuck to my desk
Reading voraciously, especially nonfiction or current events
Cooking vegetarian food (or, more likely, making dessert)
Trying to save my garden from a fearless band of marauding squirrels
Cuddling with my cat and wrestling with my dog
Covering my kids with kisses
(copied from the author's website)
Looking back, all that reading and writing was the perfect preparation for my dream job: writing for children and young adults. I moved to New York City for college and after graduating from New York University with a degree in Dramatic Literature, I worked as a children's book editor for five years. Another move—this time with my husband—led me to close my eyes, hold my breath, and take the leap to become a full-time writer. It was the best decision I ever could've made.
I've lived in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for five years (that's almost a record for me) with my family, and I thank my lucky stars every day for the good fortune to write for kids and teens.
When I'm not writing, I'm . . .
Knitting obsessively, just like my grandmother did (if there's a knitting gene, I got it from her)
Drinking another pot of tea
Doodling on a 3 x 5 index card
Attempting to decipher the cryptic Post-It notes stuck to my desk
Reading voraciously, especially nonfiction or current events
Cooking vegetarian food (or, more likely, making dessert)
Trying to save my garden from a fearless band of marauding squirrels
Cuddling with my cat and wrestling with my dog
Covering my kids with kisses
(copied from the author's website)
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August 1, 2023
All of 4th grade is going to be putting on a Living History Night in which each 4th grader will dress up like and present information about the historical person they draw for the assignment. One 4th grader has to do a little bit more, as whoever is Benjamin Franklin also has to introduce all the others. And Jake drew Ben Franklin. Which is good because it might get him extra credit he needs, but bad because it is extra work. Can he even pull this off? One wish comment has a tiny Ella Fitzgerald show up to help him and later a tiny Benjamin Franklin. Even with their help, can he pull off such a big role?
I like that Jake has to do all his own work for the project and just gets some inspiration and soft skills help from Fitzgerald and Franklin. I also like how Jake's best friend and little sister help him out too (and are in on the secret). A bully is kind of mean to Jake about getting Franklin, but Jake doesn't stoop to his levels which I appreciated. And I felt like there was a bit of resolution to their relationship by the end. I never would have thought of pairing Ella Fitzgerald and Benjamin Franklin, but it works for this story and teaches bits from both of their lives.
I like that Jake has to do all his own work for the project and just gets some inspiration and soft skills help from Fitzgerald and Franklin. I also like how Jake's best friend and little sister help him out too (and are in on the secret). A bully is kind of mean to Jake about getting Franklin, but Jake doesn't stoop to his levels which I appreciated. And I felt like there was a bit of resolution to their relationship by the end. I never would have thought of pairing Ella Fitzgerald and Benjamin Franklin, but it works for this story and teaches bits from both of their lives.
September 27, 2023
The entire 4th grade is responsible for Living History Night where each students takes on the role of a person in history, costume and all, to speak to the entire school plus parents. School is not Jake's strong point, and bullies like Aiden nickname him as "Everfail". Desperate for help because he got the biggest role of the night (purely by luck of the draw), Jake makes a wish at the Wishing Well and asks for help.
Ella Fitzgeral and Benjamin Franklin show up, but will they be able to help Jake with this project?
Ella Fitzgeral and Benjamin Franklin show up, but will they be able to help Jake with this project?
March 7, 2019
My 6-year old son is a “history buff” so we’re glad we found this series! Jake is a relatable 4th grade protagonist, and the introduction of two seemingly unrelated historical figures offers a great learning experience for any aged reader, myself included! My Jack says that he gives this book four stars, and that Book #1 was funnier to him. We’ll continue reading this series for more adventures!
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