The Mystery in the Computer Game
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000 · Est. 2 hour read

The Mystery in the Computer Game

Book #78 in the The Boxcar Children series

Testing a new game, the Aldens uncover mysterious messages. Bug or secret warning?

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128 pages· 15,181 words· Est. 2 hour read· 580L
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The Aldens are thrilled to test Ringmaster II before its release. But as they dive into the game, they encounter strange clues seemingly meant for them. Are these just glitches, or is someone trying to communicate a hidden message? With each level, the mystery deepens, and the Aldens must decipher the truth before it's too late. What secrets does the game hold, and who is behind these cryptic messages?

From the publisher

The Aldens enjoy playing their favorite computer game, Ringmaster. They get a chance to test out Ringmaster II before it’s released to the public. But some of the clues in the game are strange. Is it a bug, or is someone trying to tell them something?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Words
15,181
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
580L
Themes & topics
Books about computersBooks about siblingsBooks about orphans
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.1
F&P level
~O
AR points
2
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
41792
Publication
Published
January 1, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780807554692

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