Magic Tree House Winter of the Ice Wizard ESL Study

Winter of the Ice Wizard novel study from the Magic Tree House series, pairing setting questions and a ten-word vocabulary list with a postcard written from the adventure and an alternate-ending essay.
Grades
Grades 6–9
Pages
2
File type
PDF
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Updated Sep 20, 2026

Subject
Creative Writing, ESL, Writing, Reading, Language Development, ELA
Topic
ESL, English Second Language
Resource types
Writing Prompts, Worksheets
Preparation
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ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Winter of the Ice Wizard" - Magic Tree House

This comprehensive English as a Second or Foreign Language teaching resource offers a structured novel study activity centred on Mary Pope Osborne's beloved book, "Winter of the Ice Wizard" part of The Magic Tree House Merlin Subseries. Spanning 2 printable PDF pages, this resource is perfect for enhancing students' understanding and engagement with the novel.

Designed for ESL (English Second Language) Middle School and High School students in grades 6 through 9, this resource is an excellent choice for post-reading activities that reinforce key elements of the story. The novel study includes a variety of exercises aimed at deepening comprehension and encouraging creative expression.

Key components of this resource include:

  • Setting Analysis: Students will answer two questions focusing on where and when the story takes place, helping them to grasp the importance of setting in the narrative.

  • Vocabulary Development: A dedicated section prompts students to identify and explore new vocabulary words encountered in the text, enhancing their language skills.

  • Timeline: Students are asked to order the most important moments in the story

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  • Creative Writing Activities: Two engaging writing exercises are included to spark imagination. The first invites ESL students to imagine themselves alongside Jack and Annie, the book's protagonists, and write a postcard to a friend or family member describing their adventure. The second activity challenges them to create an alternative ending to the story, fostering critical thinking and narrative skills.

This ESL novel study resource not only aids in comprehension and vocabulary building but also encourages students to think critically and creatively about the story. It’s an ideal tool for teachers looking to enhance their English Second Language curriculum with interactive and thought-provoking activities related to The Magic Tree House Merlin subseries.

This English Second Language Novel Study on "Winter of the Ice Wizard" PDF Printable Worksheets (2 printable slides) can be great for learners from Grade 6 to Grade 9 to study this Magic Tree House Novel

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Learning objectives

  • Identify where and when the story takes place

  • Explain how a new ending would change a story's message, themes and characters

Skills covered

  • Narrative writing — describing the adventure in a postcard from inside the story

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