Cover of The legend of the Irish castle

The legend of the Irish castle

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Illustrated by VanArsdale, Anthony, illustrator

Boxcar Children

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When the Alden siblings travel to Ireland, they stay in a grand castle turned hotel full of secrets. At night, a glowing lantern appears, sparking a thrilling mystery about ancient legends. Together, they embark on an adventure to uncover the truth behind the castle's eerie visitor.

Representation & Themes

AdventureMysteryFamilyHistoricalFantasy World-Building

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
9780807507063
Pages
94
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2016
Type
Fiction
Word Count
13,687

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

CastlesBoxcar children (Fictitious characters)Brothers and sistersJuvenile fictionFictionDetective and mystery storiesOrphansMystery and detective storiesChildren's fictionBoxcar children (fictitious characters), fictionBrothers and sisters, fictionOrphans, fictionCastles, fictionIreland, fictionseries:BoxcarChildrencollectionID:Boxcar4

Places

Ireland