Cover of The mystery at the dog show

The mystery at the dog show

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Boxcar Children

Reading Level 4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Excitement fills the air as Greenfield hosts its very first dog show, featuring a parade of playful pups from spotted Dalmatians to fluffy sheepdogs. When mysterious tricks begin to disrupt the event, a group of clever kids sets out to uncover the mischief-maker and bring peace back to the show. Join their adventurous quest full of furry friends and surprising twists!

Representation & Themes

FamilyAdventureMysteryDogs

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0807553948
Pages
121
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
1993
Type
Fiction
Word Count
16,083

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Boxcar children (Fictitious characters) -- Juvenile fictionOrphans -- Juvenile fictionFamily -- Juvenile fictionDog shows -- FictionDogs -- FictionBrothers and sisters -- FictionOrphans -- FictionMystery and detective storiesDogsDog showsBrothers and sistersFictionJuvenile fictionOrphansBoxcar children (Fictitious characters)FamiliesFamilyChildren's fictionBoxcar children (fictitious characters), fictionOrphans, fictionFamily, fictionseries:BoxcarChildrencollectionID:Boxcar2 "Dogsfiction"Brothers and sisters, fiction