Tales from the Treehouse: Too Silly to Be Told . . . Until NOW! (The Treehouse Books)
The Treehouse Books Series
What’s inside...
A companion title to the bestselling Treehouse series, this book collects the never-before-told stories Andy and Terry wrote (and drew!) when they were supposed to be finishing their latest Treehouse novel. Packed with absurd inventions, out-of-control food machines, and cameo appearances from favourite characters, the collection turns the 13-storey Treehouse into a stage for mini-adventures that champion creativity, friendship, and problem-solving while delivering laugh-out-loud comedy on every page.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-10
Length
208 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Andy
Terry
Jill
Mr Big Nose
Discussion points
Which invention would you most like to try and why?
How do Andy and Terry stay friends even when things go wrong?
What could the characters have done differently to avoid the mess?
Which tale would make the best short film?
How does humour make problems feel smaller?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a "treehouse" drawing together, adding your own silly levels.
Pause mid-chapter and predict solutions, building anticipation.
Relate the book’s wild inventions to real-world engineering and art.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity blossoms from experimentation
Explanation: Andy and Terry’s inventions come from playful trial-and-error.
Real-World Application: Encourage children to tinker with art or simple science projects.
Example Lesson: Friendship requires patience and forgiveness
Explanation: Despite mishaps, the duo apologises and moves on together.
Real-World Application: Discuss saying sorry after disagreements with friends or siblings.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving through collaboration
Explanation: Both characters combine skills—writing and drawing—to fix chaos.
Real-World Application: Pair up on chores or homework to practise teamwork.