Reading Planet KS2: Hideaway Hotel: Marathon Magic - Venus/Brown

In this captivating tale, Skye time travels to 1981 to help a friend during the London Marathon, facing challenges that could change history.

Skye is feeling restless, so she decides to explore Room 14 in the hotel where her family resides. To her surprise, she finds herself transported back to 1981, during the inaugural London Marathon. Here, she encounters Davey, who is in a bit of a bind; his sister Emma is too anxious to step out of the hotel bathroom and participate in the race. Skye's mission quickly shifts from mere exploration to helping a friend in need, but she soon realizes the stakes are higher than she imagined.

As the marathon unfolds, Skye discovers that her actions could have unintended consequences. She must navigate the challenges of time travel while ensuring that she doesn't alter the course of history. The pressure mounts as she races against time to help Emma find her courage and step into the spotlight. However, in the midst of her efforts, Skye begins to worry that she might inadvertently cause the marathon's eventual winner to miss their moment of glory.

This engaging story not only entertains but also encourages young readers to think critically about the impact of their actions. Hideaway Hotel: Marathon Magic is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos series, designed to enhance children's reading skills through a carefully curated selection of fiction and non-fiction. Each book includes valuable notes and questions to aid comprehension and foster a love for reading.