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The disappearing staircase mystery

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Boxcar Children

Reading Level 4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Four resourceful siblings join a community project to restore a grand old mansion, uncovering mysterious hidden rooms and strange sounds along the way. Their adventure takes a thrilling turn when they find a secret staircase leading to a secret room only the thief knows about. Together, they use their cleverness to solve the puzzling mystery and protect the house.

Representation & Themes

FamilyAdventureMysteryCharityBuildings - Repair and ReconstructionBrothers and SistersOrphans

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
080755491X
Pages
115
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2001
Type
Fiction
Word Count
15,532

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

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