The Boxcar Children Graphic Novel

The Boxcar Children Graphic Novel

Paperback

Grades 2–5
Ages 7–10

The first chapter book in the beloved Boxcar Children series is now available as a full-color graphic novel! Four brave siblings were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! See where the Boxcar Children’s story all began in this exciting graphic novel perfect for young readers.

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are brothers and sisters. They’re orphans too, and the only way they can stay together is to make it on their own. When the children find an abandoned boxcar in the woods, they decide to call it home—and become the Boxcar Children!

This beautifully illustrated graphic novel brings Gertrude Chandler Warner’s timeless tale to life for a new generation, championing the Alden siblings’ journey of courage, resilience, and the enduring power of family. This exciting story will enchant both new readers and longstanding fans of the series, making it a treasured addition to any bookshelf.

What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. The Boxcar Children® series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.

"An ideal introduction to a classic kid lit work." —Kirkus Reviews

ISBN 9798217117338 (Paperback)
Published on Aug 25, 2026
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 176
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 7-10 years
Grade Grades 2-5
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

ISBN 9798217117345 (Hardcover)
Published on Aug 25, 2026
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 176
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 7-10 years
Grade Grades 2-5
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

ISBN 9798217117352 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Aug 25, 2026
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 176
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 7-10 years
Grade Grades 2-5
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

ISBN 9798217117369 (Ebook)
Published on Aug 25, 2026
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 176
Age Range 7-10 years
Grade Grades 2-5
Reading Level Lexile: 470L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

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.

Meika Hashimoto

Meika Hashimoto is a writer and editor of children’s books. Her books include The Magic Cake Shop, A Tale of Two Gardens, the Toy Story book I Am Sheriff Woody, and the Barbie stories Fashion Fairytale and Glimmer, Shimmer, and Shine! In addition to her work in children’s books, Hashimoto enjoys baking.

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