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The Boxcar Children (1942)

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

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Series: The Alden Family Mysteries (1), Boxcar Children (1)

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  RNagy | May 17, 2013 |
This is the story of four orphaned siblings looking for their grandfather. In the meantime, they have made a home in a boxcar.The book is full of examples of hard work, love, and forgiveness. It is a heartwarming story that students will enjoy. ( )
  crfonten | Apr 27, 2013 |
I forgot how much I liked this book as a kid. I often used to play house in pine trees with my friend, so the idea of setting up house in the woods independent from adults really appealed to me back then. There's not much of a plot in this book, but the concept is fun. ( )
  __Lindsey__ | Apr 17, 2013 |
Good for about 4th grade to teach the difference between wants and needs
  ChelseaBell | Apr 12, 2013 |
I actually only like the first book, because I lose interest after they moved out of the box car. LOL ( )
  shojo_a | Apr 4, 2013 |
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An impeccable production of a compelling story...
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Gertrude Chandler Warnerprimary authorall editionsconfirmed
Deal, L. KateIllustratorsecondary authorsome editionsconfirmed
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One warm night four children stood in front of a bakery.
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A wonderful children's book...
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One warm night four children stood in front of a bakery. No one knew them. NO one knew where they had come from.
Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are a family. They're brothers and sisters - and they're orphans, too. The only way they can stay together is to try and make it on their own. But where will they live?
One night, during a storm, the children find an old red boxcar that keeps them warm and safe. The children decide to make it their home and become The Boxcar Children!
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[Personally, I have no idea who the Alden family is - I was hunting for the series I read in 5th grade - The Boxcar Children.]
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Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0807508527, Paperback)

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.

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Four orphans take shelter in an old boxcar during a storm, and, determined to make it their own, they turn it into a safe, cozy home.

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