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The Ghost in the First Row: A dusty old theater that was shut up for years is coming to life again, and the Aldens are there for opening night! They're excited to help out backstage with a brand-new mystery play. But the Trap-Door Theater has mysteries of its own-with rumors of ghosts, disappearing props, and even a haunted seat! What secrets lie behind the scenes?
The Box That Watch Found: One day in the park, the Aldens' dog, Watch, comes across...
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The Sword of the Silver Knight: 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 Game Store Mystery: When a new store called the Game Spot opens in their town, the Aldens are thrilled. But it's not fun and games when the other stores at Crossroads mall are robbed. What's more,...
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The Canoe Trip Mystery: The Boxcar Children are going on a canoe trip with Grandfather and Aunt Jane. They enjoy paddling across the sparkling lake and camping under the stars. But their trip really gets interesting when they find a mysterious riddle leading them to hidden treasure!
The Mystery of the Hidden Beach: The children are attending Camp Coral, where they learn about the ocean and all the things in it-coral, fish, dolphins, and other sea...
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The Mystery of the Lost Mine: The Aldens are going on a trip to the Arizona desert. There they learn about the legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine. Everyone thinks the mine is filled with gold. Can the Boxcar Children find out if the legend is true-and if it is, who will find the gold?
The Guide Dog Mystery: The Aldens are going to visit a guide dog school-but once they arrive, mysterious things start to happen. Benny sees strange lights in one of the...
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The Mystery Horse: The Boxcar Children are spending their vacation on a farm. They learn to do everything from milking cows and making homemade jam to raising a barn. Then one day they spot a beautiful horse locked up in a stable. Who is the mystery horse? And why is it hidden?
The Mystery at the Dog Show: The Boxcar Children are going to a dog show. They meet all kinds of dogs, from a spotted Dalmatian to a big, hairy sheepdog. But then strange...
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The Mystery at Skeleton Point: When Grandfather's friend bought Skeleton Point, she invited the Alden children to help her fix it up. But this empty mansion is even spookier than it looks. The man who used to live there studied bones-but the house is filled with skeletons! Then, the mansion's valuable statues begin to disappear. Could the Skeleton Point ghost be causing mischief?
The Tattletale Mystery: It's time for the annual Greenfield art contest,...
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The Great Bicycle Race Mystery: The Aldens have joined a bicycle race! Three days of riding and camping should be fun for everyone. Even Grandfather has joined the race. But right from the word "Go!" things go wrong: misleading road signs by day and collapsing tents by night. Henry's first flat tire could be bad luck, but three flat tires point to foul play. But who is playing foul-and why? The Boxcar Children are determined to solve the mystery before...
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The Mystery of the Stolen Sword: The Aldens are excited to visit their friend Seymour Curtis, who lives on a farm that's rumored to be haunted! When they arrive, they learn that valuable antiques have gone missing. Is the thief someone who Seymour knows? Or is it a ghost seeking revenge? The Boxcar Children have another mystery to solve!
The Basketball Mystery: The Aldens are in a community basketball league, and Buzz and Tipper Nettleton, Greenfield's...
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The Mystery of the Mummy's Curse: The Greenfield Museum is holding a special exhibit all about ancient Egypt, and the main attraction is a 4,000-year-old mummy! But ever since the mummy arrived, nothing's gone right for the museum or its workers. Could the spooky sarcophagus be behind all the bad luck? The Mystery of the Star Ruby: The Boxcar Children have entered the Ruby Hollow Gem Mine's annual gem-hunting competition. With a little instruction...
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The Growling Bear Mystery: The Aldens love exploring the many hiking trails around Yellowstone, especially Lost Cabin Trail. But suddenly, the trail is closed because of bear activity, and then the map disappears! Could someone be trying to keep the Aldens away from the trail? It's a mystery-and the Boxcar Children are going to solve it!
The Mystery of the Lake Monster: When the Aldens arrive at Lake Lucille, they're excited to explore the forests...
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#143 The Celebrity Cat Caper: Walter the Cat is a star, but is he too famous for his own good? The Boxcar Children must find out who's trying to ruin this cat's career!
#144 Hidden in the Haunted School: Does a ghost live in the deserted hallways of Hawthorne School?
It's up to the Boxcar Children to uncover the old school's secrets!
#145 The Election Day Dilemma: Cousin Alice is running for mayor, and the Boxcar Children must find out which of...
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The Gymnastics Mystery: Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are happy to share their home with Katya, the young gymnast, and watch her practice for the 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...
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Superstar Watch: The Wundermutt dog food company is searching for a very special dog to be in their commericals, and the Aldens bring their dog, Watch, to the tryouts! But plenty of other dog owners are hoping their dogs get the job, too-including a dog that's already famous. Does Watch have what it takes to be a star? The Spy in the Bleachers: It's a big week at Cogwheel Stadium-the Clayton Cogs are playing for the pennant! But the other team's batters...
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The Pumpkin Head Mystery: Every fall at the Beckett farm, visitors come to buy pumpkins and go on hayrides. Best of all, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny get to dress up in costumes and help with the fun. But something is haunting the farm... a mysterious ghost with a glowing pumpkin head! The Cupcake Caper: People line up around the block to buy Mama Tova's cupcakes. But who could be trying to steal her secret recipe? The Aldens follow the clues...
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The Mystery in the Haunted Boxcar: The Alden children have discovered another mystery close to home! The old boxcar where they once lived is now a playhouse in their backyard. One night, Benny sees a strange light in the boxcar, and the children begin to find clues to the boxcar's past. Could something that happened long ago be haunting the boxcar now?
The Clue in the Corn Maze: The Aldens find themselves right in the middle of an Iowa cornfield...
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The Chocolate Sundae Mystery: The Aldens are helping out at their favorite ice cream store in town, the Shoppe. When very strange things begin to happen, the Shoppe is in danger of losing its customers and going out of business. Can the Boxcar Children solve the mystery and save the Shoppe before it's too late?
The Mystery of the Hot Air Balloon: The Aldens are so excited when they get to meet other balloonists, learn how hot air balloons work, and...
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The Disappearing Staircase Mystery: The Aldens are helping restore an old estate. The house is bursting with the collections of its mysterious and eccentric former owner. As the children explore, they come across hidden rooms, secret passageways, and strange noises coming from the walls. What's the secret of the Bugbee House? The Mystery on Blizzard Mountain: The Aldens are helping to map out a new trail on Blizzard Mountain. As they travel through...
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The Mystery on Stage: The Boxcar Children have a chance to be in a real play-The Wizard of Oz! Jessie is chosen for the Cowardly Lion. Benny will play a munchkin. Even Watch has a part and all the Aldens are helping with the show. Then mysterious things begin to happen. Someone makes a threatening phone call and a costume is destroyed. Maybe the show won't go on-unless the Boxcar Children can solve the mystery before opening night!
The Dinosaur Mystery:...
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The Summer Camp Mystery: The Aldens are spending a week at Camp Seagull on beautiful Claw Island. But as soon as camp begins, they realize that someone is not playing fair. Are some campers so desperate to win the Olympics that they are willing to cheat? The Boxcar Children are determined to solve the mystery before the competition is ruined for everyone!
The Copycat Mystery: The Alden children are going back in time by helping at an old Victorian...
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The Mystery of the Singing Ghost: The Boxcar Children are excited because their cousins are moving to Greenfield. They decide to fix up the house that cousins Joe and Alice have bought. There's just one problem: it seems to be haunted-by a ghost that sings! Is someone trying to keep Joe and Alice from moving in? The Mystery in the Snow: The lodge is having its annual winter carnival, and the Boxcar Children sign up to compete in events like skiing,...
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