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Description
David's babysitter accidentally zaps herself back to the Ice Age. David and his best friend, Ben, set off on a time-travel mission to rescue her before his parents return. The story follows their journey through a frozen world filled with early humans and giant beasts.
Quick Summary
Looking for a fast, funny adventure that even reluctant readers can finish in one sitting? "Back to the Ice Age" by Scott Nickel follows David and his best friend Ben as they race to rescue David's baby-sitter, who's accidentally gotten stuck in the Ice Age after a botched experiment with a mysterious gadget. The story is packed with goofy humor, a few hair-raising moments with woolly mammoths and a sneaky saber-toothed cat, and just enough science-fiction flair to make the prehistoric setting feel fresh. At just under 1,000 words and an AR level of 2.5, it's perfect for kids in K-3 who are just starting to read chapter books, and the short chapters keep the pace moving so even the most fidgety reader stays hooked. Parents will appreciate that the danger is mild and the tone stays light, making it a good choice for bedtime reading or classroom read-alouds. If your child enjoys the mix of time travel and humor found in the Magic Tree House series, they'll likely love this quick trip back to the Ice Age.