The Mystery of the Screech Owl
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001 · Est. 4.5 hour read

The Mystery of the Screech Owl

Part of the The Boxcar Children Specials series

An empty boat rows itself. Is Broken Moon Pond haunted?

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144 pages· 33,909 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Visiting Broken Moon Pond, the Alden children are captivated by its beauty. But strange coincidences and eerie mishaps soon arise, casting a shadow over their adventure. When they witness an empty boat gliding across the water, they must uncover whether the pond is truly haunted or if something else is at play. Can they solve the mystery before their vacation is ruined?

From the publisher

Grandfather and the children are visiting Broken Moon Pond, where Grandfather used to vacation as a child. The children are enchanted by the beautiful wilderness. But they soon encounter a strange set of coincidences, mishaps, and mysteries.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
144
Words
33,909
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
550L
Themes & topics
Books about CanadaBooks about siblingsBooks about campsBooks about orphans
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The The Boxcar Children Specials series

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~N
AR points
2
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
49423
Publication
Published
January 1, 2001
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780807554821

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