The Mystery of the Star Ruby
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002 · Est. 2 hour read

The Mystery of the Star Ruby

Book #89 in the The Boxcar Children series

A gem disappears before the contest ends. Can the Aldens uncover the thief?

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128 pages· 15,259 words· Est. 2 hour read· 570L
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Bookroo's summary

The Alden children are excited to join a gem-hunting competition at a mine. Jessie discovers a massive ruby, but it vanishes just before she can claim victory. Now, the Aldens must shift from treasure hunting to solving a mystery. Who would go so far as to steal from them to win? As they dig for clues, the stakes rise in this thrilling quest for truth.

From the publisher

The Alden children are visiting a gem mine that is holding its annual gem-hunting competition. With a little instruction and the right gear, the Aldens have everything they need to begin their search. It’s not long before Jessie makes a fabulous find. But just when she’s about to win the contest for finding the biggest ruby, her gem disappears! Now instead of digging for rocks, the Aldens are digging for clues. Who wants to win the contest so much that they would steal from the Boxcar Children?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Words
15,259
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
570L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.9
F&P level
~O
AR points
2
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
59531
Publication
Published
January 1, 2002
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780807555101
LCCN
2002000778
OCLC
49918194

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