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Books with author Gertrude Chandler Warner

  • The Mystery at the Crooked House

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    language (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 2000)
    The Aldens learn that their housekeeper has to sell her childhood home, the Crooked House, because she cannot afford to keep it. The Aldens learn that there is a riddle surrounding the house, and if the can solve it, there might be a treasure to be found!
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  • The Boxcar Children

    Gertrude Chandler Warner, L. Kate Deal

    eBook (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 1989)
    The New York Times–bestselling tale of four orphaned siblings who will do anything to stick together, featuring more than thirty original illustrations. Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden take care of one another. They have no parents, no other family—except for a grandfather they don’t care to see—and no home . . . until the night they find the boxcar. Old, rusty, lonely, and abandoned in the woods, it’s the perfect home for four brave children on their own. Through hard work and courage, the Aldens begin to build a life full of fun and adventure. But when they’re faced with a problem they can’t solve themselves, they’re forced to look for adult help—and will find it in the most unlikely ally. ​ Hailed by School Library Journal as one of the top 100 children’s novels of all time, Gertrude Chandler Warner’s story has delighted generations of young readers and launched a long-running series and an animated film featuring her fearless foursome. Now, new and old fans alike can delight in the timeless book that started it all, featuring illustrations by L. Kate Deal.
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  • The Stuffed Bear Mystery

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    language (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 2002)
    When the Aldens visit friends in Vermont, they're in for a teddy treat--the annual Bear Jamboree, celebrating toy bears from all over the world! The Aldens soon encounter an unbearable mystery: a very rare and valuable bear has disappeared.
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  • The Yellow House Mystery

    Gertrude Chandler Warner, Mary Gehr

    Paperback (INDPB, Sept. 1, 1989)
    The spooky old house on Surprise Island intrigues Benny.
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  • The Home Run Mystery

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    language (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 2000)
    While visiting Pikesville, New York, the Boxcar Children join the exciting last games of the season in a strange old ballpark. The Pikesville Half Moons are playing the Eagles, but the Eagles seem to be hitting far too many home runs.
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  • The Mystery of Singing Ghost

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    language (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 1992)
    The Aldens don’t believe the rumors that their cousin’s new house is haunted, but they can’t explain the mysterious singing they hear. Could there really be a ghost?
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  • The Mystery in the Snow

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    eBook (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 1992)
    Is someone trying to ruin the winter games at Snow Haven Lodge? Skis go missing and then Benny’s snow people are smashed! It’s up to the Aldens to find the culprit.
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  • La isla de las sorpresas

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    eBook (Albert Whitman & Company, March 1, 2016)
    A children's classic now available in Spanish. The Boxcar Children have a home with their grandfather now—but their adventures are just beginning! Their first adventure is to spend the summer camping on their own private island. The island is full of surprises, including a kind stranger with a secret.SPANISH DESCRIPTION¡Los niños del vagon de carga, ahora tienen casa con su abuelo, peró sus adventuras están comenzando! La primera aventura es de pasar el verano en su isla privada en campaña. La isla esta llena de sorpresas incluyendo a un buen hombre con un secreto. Esté juego incluye la versión de la historia en español y inglés.
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  • The Cereal Box Mystery

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    Paperback (INDPB, Jan. 1, 1998)
    Someone has stolen jewelry from an antique store, and now Benny's cereal box is missing!
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  • The Amusement Park Mystery

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    eBook (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 1992)
    The Alden's investigation involves antique wooden horses on a merry-go-round near Cousin Joe's.
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  • The Mystery at Alamo

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    language (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 1997)
    The Aldens get to be in a documentary about the Alamo—if the film gets made.
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  • The Mystery of Purple Pool

    Gertrude Chandler Warner

    eBook (Albert Whitman & Company, Jan. 1, 1994)
    The children investigate some mysterious happenings in their hotel in New York City.
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