The Boxcar Children Series by Gertrude Chandler Warner, David Cunningham, Patricia MacLachlan, Charles Tang

Before they were the Boxcar Children, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden lived with their parents at Fair Meadow Farm. Although times are hard, the Aldens are happy--"the best family of all," Mama likes to say. One day, a blizzard hits the countryside, and a car is stranded on the road near their farm. The family in the car needs shelter, and when the Aldens take them in, the strangers soon become friends... moreBefore they were the Boxcar Children, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden lived with their parents at Fair Meadow Farm. Although times are hard, the Aldens are happy--"the best family of all," Mama likes to say. One day, a blizzard hits the countryside, and a car is stranded on the road near their farm. The family in the car needs shelter, and when the Aldens take them in, the strangers soon become friends. But things never stay the same at Fair Meadow Farm, and the spring and summer bring events that will forever change the lives of the Alden Children. Newbery Award-winning author Patricia MacLaclan pays loving tribute to the classic novel by Gertrude Chandler Warner in this story of the Alden children's origins and the challenges they faced before their boxcar adventures. less

The Boxcar Children is a children's literary franchise originally created and written by American writer and first-grade school teacher,[1] Gertrude Chandler Warner. Today, the series includes well over 100 titles. The series is aimed at readers in grades 2-6.

The paperback editions of The Boxcar Children Mysteries: #5, Mike's Mystery; #6, Blue Bay Mystery; #7, The Woodshed Mystery; and #8, The Lighthouse Mystery are offered together in a cardboard case.

Summer vacation on an almost private island gives the Aldens a challenge.

The spooky old house on Surprise Island intrigues Benny.

Eccentric Aunt Jane needs help on her ranch. The Aldens overturn a plot against her.

The paperback editions of The Boxcar Children Mysteries: #1, The Boxcar Children; #2, Surprise Island; #3, The Yellow House Mystery; and #4, Mystery Ranch are offered together in a cardboard case.

Benny and his friend Mike are in trouble when they are curious about a uranium mine.

The Aldens find a castaway on a South Sea island. How did he get there and who is he?

A double puzzle involves an old friend of Aunt Jane's, romance, and a chase.

Strange things happen when the Alden children spend the summer in a lighthouse on the New England coast.

Librarian's Note: For an alternate cover edition of the same ISBN, click here.Marooned on a mountain, the Aldens survive a landslide and find a Native American secret.

Benny's curiosity, while staying in a fishing village, leads to capturing a swindler.

A trip in a caboose at the end of a freight train leads to an old clown and a search.

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather and are spending a vacation traveling down the river on a houseboat.Throughout their journey, the Boxcar Children have the feeling they're being watched. Little do they know, someone is looking for something on their houseboat - and he'll stop at nothing until he gets it.

A freak snowstorm isolates the Aldens in a mountain cabin where they discover a coded message.

From a high perch Benny discovers a clue to a hidden room with contents that surprise everyone.

Many complications follow when a dog attaches himself to the Aldens on a bicycle trip.

Living in a seaside mobile home, the Aldens unravel the secret of two secluded women.

The Aldens find a mystery when a visitor comes. Who put the coins in a hiding place behind the wall?

A puzzle in relationships concerns two boys ejected from the bus station.

Benny figures out some puzzling events in a department store.

The Alden children travel on a Mississippi paddle-wheel steamer to visit an old family friend in his cabin near Hannibal, Missouri, and try to discover who is responsible for the mysterious activities near the house.

Scholastic boxed set Books #17-20 Titles include: The Haunted Cabin Mystery, Mystery Behind the Wall, Bus Station Mystery, Benny Uncovers a Mystery.

The Aldens help restore an old library by cleaning up and clearing out old books. But while they work, they hear mysterious footsteps on the second floor. Then someone sneaks in and makes the library just as messy as before. Why would someone want the library to stay closed?

When the Greenfield Animal Shelter suddenly closes, the Boxcar Children help care for the abandoned animals. They soon discover that many of them belonged to a woman who has disappeared! Can the Aldens track down the missing pet owner and find homes for their furry friends?

Aunt Jane takes the Aldens to Florida to visit her friend Kay! Kay owns an old motel, but it's so rundown she thinks she might have to sell it. The Boxcar Children are happy to help her fix things up, but soon they learn someone is trying to keep the motel closed…forever.

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather, and they find a mysterious painting hidden in the attic.The children learn that it is a portrait of their grandmother, whom they never knew, wearing the necklace Grandfather gave her when they were married. The necklace disappeared on their first anniversary - and was never found. Can the Boxcar Children track down a necklace missing for so many years?

The Alden's investigation involves antique wooden horses on a merry-go-round near Cousin Joe's.

The Boxcar Children are excited to be visiting all their favorite animals at Edward Marlow's zoo! But they soon discover someone is mixing up the signs on the cages and putting animals in danger. Can the children catch the culprit and save the animals in time?

The Aldens are going camping! But after they hear loud music in the middle of the night, notice their lantern is missing, and find a frightening note, the Boxcar Children must find out who is behind the pranks to save their vacation.

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny help out at a general store, but they soon find that another girl who works there is acting strangely. She seems nervous and doesn't answer questions about her past. What secret is the mystery girl hiding?

While on a cruise with their grandfather, the Alden children help discover who is behind the mysterious troubles of the ship--disconnected phone lines, engine trouble, a man overboard--and still have fun sightseeing, eating, and swimming.

The Boxcar Children decide to raise money to help the Greenfield hospital. At Beth’s suggestion, they form a service called The Boxcar Helpers — to babysit, wash cars, mow lawns, and care for pets. But Beth keeps disappearing. And then other things start to go wrong. Is someone trying to put them out of business?

The Aldens' cousins, Joe and Alice, move into a house that their neighbors say is haunted. The Boxcar Children know better than to believe such stories, but when they hear a mysterious voice singing upstairs, they begin to wonder if there really could be a ghost!

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather, and are spending their winter vacation at Snow Haven Lodge.The lodge is having its annual winter carnival, and the Boxcar Children sign up to compete in events like skiing, skating, sledding, and building snow and ice sculptures. But no sooner has the competition begun, than the children have a mystery to solve!

Who is trying to force Piccolos' Pizzeria to close its doors, and why? Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are helping out at a pizzeria that is run by their old friends, the Piccolos who have been having lots of troubles keeping their business going. Working at the little restaurant is lots of fun but the children wonder is someone deliberately trying to shut down the Piccolos' Pizzeria?

When their grandfather arranges for them to spend two weeks at Sunny Oaks, the four Alden children enjoy settling into the routines of farm life but become suspicious about a mysterious horse locked in the stables

The Alden children suspect someone of trying to sabotage the local dog show

The Boxcar Children help restore a historic castle! But when the Aldens see mysterious lights, hear strange music, and see spooky faces in windows, they wonder if the old castle is haunted. Can the Aldens uncover the mystery behind the odd events?

On a trip to New Mexico, the Aldens visit a forest that is rumored to be the location of a lost ancient village. After learning that the forest is going to be cut down, they start an archeological dig to prove the village existed, but the artifacts they find are stolen from the site! Who's trying to keep the truth buried?

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather, and they're going on an exciting trip to New York City!The children have a great time visiting the Empire State Building and ice skating at Rockefeller Center. But they discover something very strange at the hotel swimming pool: Someone has dyed the water bright purple! Who would do that? And why?

While visiting a seaport town in New England, the Aldens learn about a shipwreck from 1969. Legend has it, the ship can be seen on the water in stormy weather. It's a mystery that has never been solved, but the Boxcar Children are up to the task!

A woman named Angela tries to frighten the Boxcar Children out of going on a canoe trip with Aunt Jane, but they go anyway and encounter a mystery involving a riddle and a stolen coin collection.

The Aldens are spending a week at Camp Coral in Florida. They love studying fish, learning how to windsurf, and exploring the ocean. But then a portion of coral reef is destroyed. The Boxcar Children are determined to find the culprit!

When a neighbor's cat goes missing in Greenfield, the Boxcar Children are on the case! But with odd phone calls and look-alike cats turning up, there might be more going on than meets the eye. Can they find Spotzie―and get to the bottom of this mystery?

The Aldens are starring in The Wizard of Oz ―and even Benny and Watch have roles! But as the children get ready to perform, mysterious things start to happen. Can the Boxcar Children find out what's going on and save the show before opening night?

The Aldens are excited to with the Dino World exhibit at the Natural History Museum! But when they see a giant shadow moving in the museum and the T. rex bones go missing, they're spooked! Can the Boxcar Children solve the mystery and find the bones before the exhibit opens?

A famous orchestra is coming to town! The Aldens are excited to hear the orchestra play, meet the musicians, and learn how to make their own instruments. They also can't wait to see a very valuable old piece of music, but when the music goes missing, the Boxcar Children have a mystery to solve!

The Aldens are excited to work at Mr. Brown's ice cream parlor. But on their first day, an angry customer storms out, and then each night ice cream disappears from the freezer! With a rival ice cream truck attracting the store's old customers, will the Aldens be able to save Mr. Brown's business?

After a hot-air balloon lands in their yard, the Aldens are invited to help out at a balloon festival! But when one balloon is mysteriously released without passengers, it looks like someone is trying to ruin the festival!

When their grandfather buys a bookstore at auction in New Orleans, the Alden children help clean it up and discover that several people seem to be obsessed with the store and its contents.

The Aldens are fixing up the boxcar so they can ride in it for the Founders' Day Parade! There's just one problem: the boxcar has gone missing before the big day...with Watch inside! Can the Boxcar Children solve their most important mystery ever?

The Boxcar Children are visiting Dragon Mouth's Cavern. Their plan is to explore the area and go rock hunting. But when Benny finds a way into secret underground caves, the children have even more to explore. The problem is, it seems like someone doesn't want them there. Can the Aldens solve this underground mystery?

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are on a train from Boston to San Francisco. Even though they used to live in a boxcar, this is the first time they've ridden a real, moving train.And they find a mystery to solve even before they leave the station. Is someone trying to steal a young woman's portfolio? Could it be the porter? Or is it the tall, bearded man who always wears sunglasses--even at night? What's in the portfolio, anyway?

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny use to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather and they're going on a trip to the Arizona desert.There the Aldens learn about the legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine. Everything thinks the mine is filled with gold. Can the Aldens find out if the legend is true, and if it is, who will find the gold?

The Aldens are visiting a guide dog school! But when they arrive, strange things start to happen. Benny sees mysterious lights on in the middle of the night, and someone breaks into the kennel where the guide dogs are kept. Is someone after one of the dogs? The Boxcar Children are determined to find out!

While visiting a friend of their grandfather's on Sullivan's Island, off the coast of South Carolina near Charleston, the Boxcar Children encounter mysterious activities related to rumors of a buried pirate treasure.

A photograph of the statue of a Revolutionary War hero contains a secret message.

After the Aldens learn that Grandfather used to be a volunteer firefighter, he takes them on a tour of Greenfield's historic firehouse. Then they hear that the town council wants to tear down the building. Will the Boxcar Children be able to save it, even when someone starts sabotaging their attempts?

The Aldens visit San Francisco! While sightseeing down by the docks, they learn that someone has been cutting nets and causing trouble for the local fisherman. Can the Aldens discover who is trying to shut down the fishing business before the fisherman have to anchor their boats for good?

Grandfather is moderating an astronomy convention at a college in the West Virginia mountains, and the Aldens tag along. They're excited to learn about a student's big discovery, but then his work goes missing―and so does another student! The Boxcar Children must go above and beyond to solve the case.

The Aldens hope to find the treasure hidden at Peacock Hall. But when a face appears in a window, they realize there may be more than just one mystery to the mansion!

The Boxcar Children are helping out at Penny's Emporium, a novelty shop in the mall. But soon everything starts to go wrong! What's going on at Hope Harbor Mall?

One warm night four children stood in front of a bakery. No one knew them, No one knew where they had come from.Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather, and a young Russian gymnast has come for a visit.Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are happy to share their home with Katya, the young gymanst, and to watch her practice for their big competition... moreOne warm night four children stood in front of a bakery. No one knew them, No one knew where they had come from.Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather, and a young Russian gymnast has come for a visit.Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are happy to share their home with Katya, the young gymanst, and to watch her practice for their big competition. When things start going wrong at the gym it quickly becomes clear that someone is trying to ruin Katya's chances of winning. But who?the Aldens want to help. The trouble is, Katya's been acting a little mysterious herself--almost as if she's got something to hide. But what?Can the Boxcar Children solve both mysteries before the big competiton? less

In this unabridged series, you will meet Henry, Jessie, Violet and Benny Alden, who once lived in a boxcar, but now live with their grandfather in Greenfield. Their many adventures always land them in the middle of mystery and intrigue!

The Boxcar Children are going to summer camp and are looking forward to a week of new friends, exciting activities, and, most of all, the annual camp Olympics. As soon as camp begins, everything begins to go wrong for the Aldens—they lose their luggage, the camp flag disappears from Henry's cabin, and campers on the other team use one of Jessie's ideas to score points for themselves. Are some campers so desperate to win the Olympics that they are willing to cheat?

The Alden children take a trip back in time when their Aunt Jane surprises them with a visit to Wagner Farmhouse, an old Victorian house that has been turned into a museum. When strange things happen at the museum, the Aldens wonder if the ghost of practical joker Horace Wagner really haunts the house. Or is someone trying to destroy the museum's chances for success?

The Aldens help to blaze a new trail on Blizzard Mountain where rumors tell of buried treasure. But something strange is going on--supplies go missing, strange noises are heard in the woods, and a member of their group disappears!

When their friend Sam gets a letter full of riddles from an eccentric millionaire, the Aldens are eager to help him crack the code. If Sam can solve the puzzle in time, he will inherit the millionaire's money!

A Medieval Fair has come to town, and the Aldens get grandfather's permission to volunteer their time. Benny becomes a page to the Silver Knight, a top suspect when the valuable antique sword used in the fair goes missing.

The Aldens are visiting a friend who owns a drive-in movie. The children love to eat popcorn in the car and watch movies under the stars. But one night the sound system starts playing loud music, and a couple of employees seem to be hiding a secret.