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The Boxcar Children (The Boxcar Children, #1)

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Fiction Mystery & Thriller Classics Young Adult

by Gertrude Chandler Warner, L. Kate Deal

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4.09 (92.9K ratings)
calendar_today 1942
description 160 pages

The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner, L. Kate Deal holds a highly rated rating of 4.09 out of 5, based on 92.9K reader ratings. First published in 1942. The book spans 160 pages.

About The Boxcar Children

The Aldens begin their adventure by making a home in a boxcar. Their goal is to stay together, and in the process they find a grandfather.

Detail Value
Author Gertrude Chandler Warner, L. Kate Deal
Published 1942
Pages 160
Genres Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics, Young Adult
Average Rating 4.09 / 5.00
Total Ratings 92,916

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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92.9K ratings
With a rating of 4.09, The Boxcar Children is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs on par.

How It Compares

4.09
This Book
3.99
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Boxcar Children?

The Boxcar Children is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Boxcar Children worth reading?

Based on 92.9K reader ratings, The Boxcar Children has an average score of 4.09 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Boxcar Children?

The Boxcar Children has 160 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Boxcar Children?

The Boxcar Children was written by Gertrude Chandler Warner, L. Kate Deal. It was first published in 1942.

What is the ISBN for The Boxcar Children?

The ISBN-13 for The Boxcar Children is 9780807508530.0.

Data sourced from community book ratings and reviews. Last updated: April 15, 2026