Mystery at the Lighthouse: Boxcar Children Early Reader (Step Into Reading)

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 investigate a mysterious figure in the night! Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.

The Alden siblings are on their way home! When the children notice an old lighthouse along the drive, they get a great idea—to have a picnic, of course! But even better than a picnic, apparently you can stay in the old lighthouse! The Aldens are so excited to stay in such a cool house but they keep noticing some strange things at night. Could there be more to the lighthouse than they thought? Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner's The Lighthouse Mystery 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.

Story Locale:Fictional New England town

Series Overview: Spring 2025:

Meet the Boxcar Children SIR Surprise Island Adventure SIR

Summer 2025:

Secret of the Yellow House SIR Mystery at the Old Ranch SIR

Fall 2025:

The Pizza Problem SIR Curse of the Mummy SIR Boxcar Children SIR Boxed Set #1

We will publish one Boxcar Step into Reading a list beginning Spring 2026.

The Boxcar Children: With more than 80 million books sold worldwide, and beloved by generations, the Boxcar Children belongs on every family and classroom bookshelf. What started as a single story about four orphaned siblings is now a whole program, delighting young readers eager for mystery and adventure. Gertrude Chandler Warner wrote the first 19 stories, which feature timeless adventures and classic illustrations. The Boxcar Children series continues to evolve, helping children learn, question, imagine, and grow.

Publisher: Step into Reading
Published: 4/21/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Trade Paperback
Size / Weight: 9 in H | 6 in W | 0.1 in T | 0.2 lb Wt
ISBN: 9798217115549


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.