Word Travelers and the Taj Mahal Mystery - by Raj Haldar

About the Book

Eddie and MJ are suddenly transported to India where they must use their word knowledge to solve a mystery and help their new friend

Book Synopsis

Unlock the magic hidden in words--and join a race to save a school under the Taj Mahal!

Eddie and MJ never expected that a Super Saturday would turn into a globe hopping chase filled with word puzzles, friendship tests, and real-life history. When the Awesome Enchanted Book transports them to Agra, their vocabulary skills become the key to solving clues, outwitting a mustache twirling villain, and helping a young prince rebuild his school.

Blending middle grade mystery, fantasy adventure, and vocabulary building, Word Travelers: The Taj Mahal Mystery is the perfect early chapter book for curious readers aged 7-10.

What's Inside:

• Smart mystery + hands-on vocabulary: Follow hidden word clues that spark real learning.
• Cultural discovery built into plot: Travel through India's languages and towns via a magical etymology journey.
• Heartfelt teamwork and bravery: Eddie, MJ, and Dev show how curiosity, laughter, and compassion can beat any challenge.
• Illustrated and kid-friendly: Detailed visuals and map support comprehension and exploration.

Whether your child loves travel tales, secret codes, or the thrill of learning through storytelling, this vocabulary adventure opens doors to world history--and word magic that lasts.

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Word Travelers: The Taj Mahal Mystery is Book 1 of the Word Travelers series--where every adventure begins with a word.

Review Quotes

"A fast-paced mystery... reminiscent of Mary Pope Osborne's "Magic Tree House" series.... Etymology is the distinctive feature here, and its importance is reflected in every part of the text. The cultural awareness implicit in the book's themes is reflected in the diversity of its characters as portrayed in both text and illustrations. The work as a whole feels very child centered, and is likely to appeal to a broad range of readers. This winning series opener is full of fun and facts." -- School Library Journal, STARRED review

"Fast-paced and fun, this word-lovers adventure will immerse growing readers in both a puzzling mystery and the origin of English words that come from India." -- Imagination Soup

"The characters are likable and realistic... and the reader is guaranteed a happy ending." -- School Library Connection