Mystery at the Old Ranch, Gertrude Chandler Warner
Mystery at the Old Ranch, Gertrude Chandler Warner
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Mystery at the Old Ranch
Boxcar Children Early Reader

Author: Gertrude Chandler Warner

Narrator: Eileen Stevens

Unabridged: 4 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/24/2026


Synopsis

The Alden children were searching for a home–and found a life of adventure! Embark on an exciting journey with the Boxcar Children in this Step 2 leveled reader, as they spend a summer on their aunt's ranch, unraveling mysteries along the way. Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.

The Aldens spend the summer on their aunt's ranch! The ranch is a beautiful place, but there are some unusual things happening behind the scenes. As the Boxcar Children explore the land, they make an amazing discovery. Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner's Mystery Ranch chapter book, this early reader allows children to start reading with a Boxcar Children classic.

Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

About The Author

Gertrude Chandler Warner was born in Putnam, Connecticut, on April 16, 1890. From the age of five, she dreamed of becoming an author. She wrote stories for her grandfather, and each Christmas she gave him one of these stories as a gift. Today, Ms. Warner is best remembered as the author of The Boxcar Children Mysteries.Shane Clester is a dedicated, passionate, and trusted illustrator largely focused on children’s books. He has been fortunate to work with great people on great properties such as Sesame Street, Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, Illumination, and Nickelodeon, among others. Shane is also the lucky father to two amazing kids who inspire and motivate him every day.


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"Though these homages to ­Warner’s old stories may appeal to the parents of new readers more than the readers themselves, the books still serve as fun mysteries on a ­beginner reading level." —School Library Journal