Boxcar Children Step into Reading Boxed Set #1
Part of the Step into Reading Boxed Set Series

Boxcar Children Step into Reading Boxed Set #1

Boxcar Children Early Reader (Step into Reading) and Mystery at the Old Ranch

Boxed Set

Grades Preschool – 1
Ages 4–6

Introduce a new generation of readers to the Boxcar Children with this classic Step into Reading leveled reader boxed set, featuring the first four books in the series. Perfect for new readers ages 4-6!

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden are four brave siblings who were searching for a home when they discovered a life of mystery and adventure!

This boxed set includes the following titles:

  • Meet the Boxcar Children: When four orphaned children find an abandoned boxcar in the woods, they decide to call it home—and become the Boxcar Children!
  • Surprise Island Adventure: As the Alden children explore their summer home, they realize there is more to the island—and to a new friend—than meets the eye.
  • Secret of the Yellow House: A long-lost clue leads the Alden children to a mysterious old house while on summer vacation.
  • Mystery at the Old Ranch: The Alden children make a discovery that leads them to investigate a mystery involving their family ranch.

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 9798217029853 (Boxed Set)
Published on Oct 21, 2025
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 32
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 4-6 years
Grade Preschool - 1

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.

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