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Snowbound Mystery

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Books for Young Readers
Published:1990-01-01
Pages:129
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:6-10

About This Book

Four brave siblings were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate the mystery of their snowbound cabin in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers. A sudden snowstorm traps the Aldens in a mountain cabin! The cabin is cozy, but the children hear strange noises at night and find a coded message carved into the closet door. Can the children crack the code and solve their snowbound mystery? What started as a sin

Our Review

This illustrated chapter book delivers a classic winter adventure where four resourceful siblings find themselves trapped in a mountain cabin by a sudden snowstorm. The cozy setting quickly turns mysterious when the children discover strange noises in the night and a cryptic message carved into a door, challenging them to become code-cracking detectives. Young readers will be captivated by the blend of a comforting, snowbound setting and the thrilling puzzle the Alden children must solve using their wits and teamwork.

The story stands out for how it empowers its young protagonists, making it an excellent choice for children developing independent reading skills and a love for gentle mysteries. The siblings' reliance on observation and logical deduction provides a wonderful model for problem-solving, while the high-stakes feeling of the storm is balanced by the safety of their family unit. This snowbound adventure is sure to have readers eagerly turning pages to see the mystery unravel.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction