Mystery at the Lighthouse

Boxcar Children Early Reader (Step into Reading)

Gertrude Chandler Warner ∙ Illustrated by Shane Clester

Paperback

Published on Apr 21, 2026 | 32 Pages

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Published on Apr 21, 2026 | 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 investigate a mysterious figure in the night! Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.

The Alden siblings are on their way home! When the children notice an old lighthouse along the drive, they get a great idea—to have a picnic, of course! But even better than a picnic, apparently you can stay in the old lighthouse! The Aldens are so excited to stay in such a cool house but they keep noticing some strange things at night. Could there be more to the lighthouse than they thought? Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner’s The Lighthouse Mystery 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.

ISBN 9798217115549 (Paperback)
Published on Apr 21, 2026
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: L

ISBN 9798217115556 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Apr 21, 2026
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: L

ISBN 9798217115563 (Ebook)
Published on Apr 21, 2026
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: L

Gertrude Chandler Warner

Gertrude Chandler Warner was born in Putnam, Connecticut, on April 16, 1890. From the age of five, she dreamed of becoming an author. She wrote stories for her grandfather, and each Christmas she gave him one of these stories as a gift. Today, Ms. Warner is best remembered as the author of The Boxcar Children Mysteries.

Shane Clester

SHANE CLESTER has been a professional illustrator since 2005. He currently lives in Florida with his wonderful wife and their two tots. When not illustrating, he can usually be found by his in-laws’ pool.