Mystery at the Old Ranch
Boxcar Children Early Reader (Step into Reading)
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Published on Feb 24, 2026 | 0 Hours 4 Minutes
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Published on Jun 17, 2025 | 32 Pages
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Grades Preschool – 1
Ages 4–6
The Alden children were searching for a home–and found a life of adventure! Embark on an exciting journey with the Boxcar Children in this Step 2 leveled reader, as they spend a summer on their aunt’s ranch, unraveling mysteries along the way. Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.
The Aldens spend the summer on their aunt’s ranch! The ranch is a beautiful place, but there are some unusual things happening behind the scenes. As the Boxcar Children explore the land, they make an amazing discovery. Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner’s Mystery Ranch chapter book, this early reader allows children to start reading with a Boxcar Children classic.
Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
"Though these homages to Warner’s old stories may appeal to the parents of new readers more than the readers themselves, the books still serve as fun mysteries on a beginner reading level." —School Library Journal
ISBN 9798217352494 (Audiobook Download)
Published on Feb 24, 2026
Published by Listening Library
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 440L | Fountas/Pinnell: K
ISBN 9780593906446 (Paperback)
Published on Jun 17, 2025
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 440L | Fountas/Pinnell: K
ISBN 9780593906453 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Jun 17, 2025
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 440L | Fountas/Pinnell: K
ISBN 9780593906460 (Ebook)
Published on Jun 17, 2025
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 440L | Fountas/Pinnell: K
Mystery at the Old Ranch
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