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Ghost Voyages II: The Matthew follows Jeremy, a stamp-traveller who uses collectible stamps to journey through time, as he is sent back to 1497 to board the ship Matthew with explorer John Cabot. On the voyage Jeremy assists Cabot in claiming Newfoundland for England and encounters another adventurer who shares his ability to travel through time. The book combines historical facts about Cabot's historic crossing with a fantasy element of stamp-based time travel and is written for middle-grade readers (reading level 4.7).
Quick Summary
Jeremy can travel through time using stamps, and in this sequel he teams up with explorer John Cabot to uncover a major historical secret while meeting another mysterious adventurer just like himself. Kids will devour the fast-paced blend of history and mystery as they jump between eras, solve clues alongside real explorers, and wonder who this new time traveler might be. If your kid loves the Magic Tree House series or the excitement of time-bending stories like Escape This Book! they will be obsessed with this unique stamp-powered adventure. Perfect for independent readers in grades 4 through 6 who are ready for a quick but thrilling historical mystery.