Victor Dowd and the World War II Ghost Army

"Victor Dowd and the World War II Ghost Army" offers an engaging, interactive journey into a fascinating, little-known aspect of World War II history. Designed for children aged 7-10, this chapter book combines a true story of military deception with a captivating mystery that readers must solve. Children will learn about the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, known as the Ghost Army, who used inflatable tanks, sound effects, and fake radio transmissions to fool enemy forces. The book includes "spycraft materials" and hidden clues within the text and illustrations, encouraging active participation and critical thinking. It's an excellent resource for young readers interested in history, spies, or puzzles, providing an educational experience that feels like a thrilling game.

Your Mission: Find Victor’s missing sketchbook using spycraft tools to uncover hidden codes! It’s a true story of deception: Meet the top-secret Ghost Army, a group of artists and sound engineers trained to fake out the Germans in World War II with inflatable rubber tanks and loudspeakers broadcasting the sound of marching troops. And meet real-life Sergeant Victor Dowd, who served in the fight for Normandy, through France, and across the Rhine. It’s a mystery to solve: There are clues embedded in the story’s text and illustrations, and Spycraft materials come in an envelope at the beginning of the book. Now put on your own spy thinking cap and find out what happened to Victor Dowd’s missing sketchbook.