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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1966 · Est. 2.5 hour read
Caboose Mystery
By Gertrude Chandler Warner, David Cunningham (Illustrator)
Book #11 in the The Boxcar Children series
Four siblings travel by caboose on a freight train and solve a mystery involving a lost diamond necklace.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 3,806 ratings
128 pages· 18,105 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
The Alden siblings embark on a train journey, only to discover that their caboose, Number 777, harbors a mysterious past. As they delve into its secrets, each stop reveals more intrigue and curious tales. What hidden history does this train car hold, and how will it change their adventure? Join the Boxcar Children as they unravel the enigma of the caboose, encountering unexpected twists and a mysterious old clown along the way. This timeless tale of curiosity and courage invites readers to explore the unknown and embrace the thrill of discovery.
From the publisher
A trip in a caboose at the end of a freight train leads to an old clown and a search.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 128
- Words
- 18,105
- Reading age
- 7–10
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 610L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.2
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 2
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 5311
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 1966
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780807510094
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