The Mystery on the Train

Name: The Mystery on the Train
Author: Gertrude Chandler Warner
ISBN: 080755426X

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Boxcar Children

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

During a cross-country train ride, the Alden siblings befriend a young artist traveling alone who suddenly loses her precious portfolio. Together, they embark on a thrilling quest to uncover the thief and recover the lost artwork before the train reaches its final stop. Packed with suspense and teamwork, this story invites young readers to solve the mystery alongside the Aldens.

Representation & Themes

MysteryAdventureFamilyFriendship

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN: 080755426X
Pages: 121
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Published: 1996
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 16,934

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Railroads -- Trains -- FictionBrothers and sisters -- FictionOrphans -- FictionMystery and detective storiesBrothers and sistersTrainsOrphansRailroadsFictionRailroad trainsChildren's fictionBoxcar children (fictitious characters), fictionOrphans, fictionseries:BoxcarChildrencollectionID:Boxcar3Siblings, fictionRailroads, fiction

The Mystery on the Train

About This Book

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For Parents

Content Intensity

Content Flags

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