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THE BOXCAR CHILDREN®
Whether it’s a classic tale or a new adventure, these family-friendly stories challenge kids to think critically and creatively and spotlight the qualities every child needs to thrive: resourcefulness, collaboration, optimism, and grit.
Since 1942, the Boxcar Children have captured the imaginations of young readers everywhere. Now reaching a third generation of fans, this iconic brand continues to evolve, helping children explore, learn, and grow.
It’s more than just a mystery
CREATED BY GERTRUDE CHANDLER WARNER
Jessie Alden is taking on the biggest stories and mysteries seventh grade can throw at her.
What to Expect from This Series
• Spotlights a strong female protagonist from The Boxcar Children® brand • Contemporary mysteries invite readers to gather clues, make connections, and solve cases with Jessie and her friends • Incorporates social and emotional storylines appropriate for middle grade readers
A Dramatic Disappearance
A Boxcar Children Book, Book 3
978-0-8075-3792-3 US $17.99 Ages 9–12/Grades 3–7 October 2022 5.5 X 8.25, 192 pages Jacketed Hardcover with Matte Lamination Territory: World E-Book: 978-0-8075-3793-0 US $9.99
Jessie’s next article is taking a dramatic turn.
When a traveling theater production comes to town, Jessie is excited to write a profile of its star, a talented performer who grew up in Greenfield and is making a big splash around the world. But when the performer goes missing days before the show is set to make its debut, Jessie realizes that something big is going on behind the scenes. If she wants to score a celebrity interview, she’s going to have to solve a mystery first.
STACIA DEUTSCH is a New York Times bestselling author who has written more than 300 children’s books, including Nancy Drew and Boxcar Children mysteries, as well as TV and movie tie-in novels, such as Girls Who Code: The Friendship Code and Hotel Transylvania. She lives in Temecula, California.
Now in Paperback
978-0-8075-3790-9 (PB) • US $9.99 978-0-8075-3787-9 (E-Book) • US $7.99
Talk of the Town A Boxcar Children Book, Book 2
978-0-8075-3791-6 (PB) • US $9.99 978-0-8075-3789-3 (E-Book) • US $7.99
The Aldens are on a mission to help endangered creatures around the world.
What to Expect
• Introduces a variety of endangered animals • Teaches about real-life conservation efforts • Explores different cultures as the Aldens travel to new places
Mystery of the Vanishing Forest
The Boxcar Children® Endangered Animals Book 3
HC 978-0-8075-1026-1 HC 5.5 X 8, 144 pages HC US $13.99 PB 978-0-8075-1027-8 PB 5.25 X 7.625, 144 pages PB US $7.99 E-Book 978-0-8075-1028-5 E-Book US $5.99 Ages 7–10/Grades 1–5 October 2022 Black-and-White Interior Illustrations Territory: World HC 978-0-8075-1029-2 HC 5.5 X 8, 144 pages HC US $13.99 PB 978-0-8075-1030-8 PB 5.25 X 7.625, 144 pages PB US $7.99 E-Book 978-0-8075-1031-5 E-Book US $5.99 Ages 7–10/Grades 1–5 October 2022 Black-and-White Interior Illustrations Territory: World
The Aldens travel to Sumatra to learn about saving the rain forest and its animals.
Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are off to the rain forests of Sumatra, where a protected piece of land is home to endangered animals such as orangutans, elephants, and tigers. But when part of the forest gets cut down, the Aldens have to figure out who is responsible, not only to protect the rain forest, but also the animals within.
The Great Reef Rebuild
The Boxcar Children® Endangered Animals Book 4
The Aldens travel to Australia to learn about protecting the Great Barrier Reef and the creatures that live there.
The Aldens are going down under! Off the coast of Australia, they dive in to explore the Great Barrier Reef. With the help of their conservationist guide, Kayla, they learn about ways to help rebuild the damaged reef. But coral reefs take a long time to take shape. Can the Aldens find ways to help the animals that need support now?
#161 The Raptor Rescue
The Boxcar Children® Mysteries
HC 978-0-8075-1012-4 HC 5.5 X 8, 128 pages HC US $13.99 PB 978-0-8075-1013-1 PB 5.25 X 7.625, 128 pages PB US $7.99 E-Book 978-0-8075-1014-8 E-Book US $5.99 Ages 7–10/Grades 1–5 September 2022 Black-and-White Interior Illustrations Territory: World
The Raptor Rehab Center’s reputation is at stake! Can the Aldens figure out who’s responsible for the bad press before the center gets shut down for good?
Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are excited to learn more about raptors when they volunteer at a rehab center for wild birds. But not long after they arrive, a series of strange events makes it seem like someone might be trying to sabotage the center. Who could the culprit be, and why would they want to cause trouble for injured birds?
ANTHONY VANARSDALE was born and raised near the beaches of south Alabama and to this day enjoys the warm southern temperatures of the Gulf Coast. He has worked as a professional illustrator since 2004, combining traditional and digital media to create illustrations with a “stylized realism.” Among his favorite subjects to paint are animals, people, and illustrations that reflect the natural setting of his home.
The Boxcar Children® 4-Book Boxed Sets
Boxed Set #1–4 978-0-8075-0854-1 US $24.99 Boxed Set #5–8 978-0-8075-0857-2 US $24.99 Boxed Set #9–12 978-0-8075-0840-4 US $24.99 Boxed Set #13–16 978-0-8075-0834-3 US $24.99
Follow the adventures of Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden in the first 16 books of the original series.
LEVELED READERS
As part of our Time to Read® program, these books will help kids build vocabulary, improve comprehension, and grow into confident readers. Plus, each mystery will challenge them to think critically and creatively as they develop their detective skills.
The Mystery of the Mummy’s Curse
The Boxcar Children® Time to Read® Level 2
978-0-8075-5499-9 US $12.99 Ages 5–7/Grades K–2 October 2022 6 X 9, 48 pages Full-Color Hardcover with Gloss Lamination Territory: World E-Book: 978-0-8075-5498-2 US $9.99
The Aldens are helping the Greenfield Museum set up an exhibit about ancient Egypt. Is the museum’s mummy cursed?
Snowbound Mystery
The Boxcar Children® Time to Read® Level 2
978-0-8075-7510-9 US $12.99 Ages 5–7/Grades K–2 October 2022 6 X 9, 48 pages Full-Color Hardcover with Gloss Lamination Territory: World E-Book: 978-0-8075-7508-6 US $9.99
When a snowstorm forces the Aldens to shelter in a cabin, they come across a coded message. Can they solve the puzzle?
Now in Paperback
978-0-8075-5477-7 (PB) • US $4.99 978-0-8075-5458-6 (E-Book) • US $3.99
978-0-8075-0675-2 (PB) • US $4.99 978-0-8075-0676-9 (E-Book) • US $3.99
Includes The Secret of Bigfoot Valley, Mystery of the Hidden Elves, Mermaids of the Deep Blue Sea, and Myth of the Rain Forest Monster
978-0-8075-0827-5 (boxed set) • US $24.99
Help the Aldens crack the case in these interactive, choose-your-path-style mysteries.
978-0-8075-2854-9 • US $24.99
The Boxcar Children® Great Adventure 5-Book Set
Beginning to Read
Reading with Help
For more information about Time to Read™ Early Readers, see inside!Includes Journey on a Runaway Train, The Clue in Reading Independently the Papyrus Scroll, The Detour of the Elephants, The Shackleton Sabotage, and No matter where they go, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden find adventure! The Khipu and the Final Key
978-0-8075-0693-6 (boxed set) • US $34.95
Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live in a boxcar. Now they find adventures everywhere they go! Can the children help their friend Mike after disaster strikes?
• www.boxcarchildren.com
Cover art by Shane Clester Printed in China
ISBN 978-0-8075-5139-4 US $3.99 • ISBN 978-0-8075-5139-4
5 0 3 9 9
9 780807 551394
The Boxcar Children® Leveled Reader Sets
Aunt Jane’s ranch has a big secret!
MYSTERY RANCH Based on the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Time to Read ™ •
Level
MIKE’S MYSTERY
WARNER
For more information about Time to Read™ Early Readers, see inside!
Beginning to Read
Reading with Help
Reading Independently
Time to Read ™ • Level
Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live in a boxcar. Now they have adventures everywhere they go! What will they find on vacation on a tropical island?
No matter where they go, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden find adventure! Beginning to Read
For more information about Time to Read™ Early Readers, see inside! Can the Aldens help a friend in need? BLUE BAY MYSTERYReading with Help Reading Independently
Time to Read ™ • Level
The Aldens are on a tropical adventure!
Cover art by Shane Clester Printed in China
ISBN 978-0-8075-0795-7 It’s more than just a mystery. 9 780807 507957
US $12.99 • ISBN 978-0-8075-0795-7 51299 Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live in a boxcar. Now they have adventures everywhere they go! On a farm, the children find their oldest mystery yet! WARNER BLUE BAY MYSTERY Based on the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner
No matter where they go, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden find adventure!
ISBN 978-0-8075-9210-6 It’s more than just a mystery. 9 780807 592106
The Aldens find a very old mystery!
51299 US $12.99 • ISBN 978-0-8075-9210-6Cover art by Shane Clester Printed in China Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live in a boxcar. Now they have adventures everywhere they go. At a lighthouse, the children find a mystery in the night! No matter where they go, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden find adventure! WARNER THE WOODSHED MYSTERY THE WOODSHED MYSTERY Based on the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner ISBN 978-0-8075-4548-5 It’s more than just a mystery. 9 780807 545485
US $12.99 • ISBN 978-0-8075-4548-5 THE LIGHTHOUSE MYSTERY 51299
WARNER THE LIGHTHOUSE MYSTERY
For more information about Time to Read® Early Readers, see inside! Reading with Help Reading Independently Beginning to Read Time to Read ® • Level
There is a mystery on the sea!
MIKE’S
MYSTERY
Cover art by Shane Clester Printed in China Based on the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Based on the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner Set #1
Includes The Boxcar Children, Surprise Island, The Yellow House Mystery, and Mystery Ranch
978-0-8075-0832-9 US $14.99
Set #2
Includes Mike’s Mystery, Blue Bay Mystery, The Woodshed Mystery, and The Lighthouse Mystery
978-0-8075-0830-5 US $14.99
