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Description
In "The Mystery Horse" by Gertrude Chandler Warner, the Boxcar Children spend the summer working on Sunny Oaks Farm, where they help with tasks like milking cows and making jam. While at the farm, they discover a beautiful horse named Star locked in the stables that looks identical to a famous racehorse called Wind Dancer. The children become suspicious about why the racehorse is on the farm and why it is being kept locked up, leading them to investigate the mystery.
Quick Summary
The Boxcar Children get to spend an entire summer on a real working farm, but when a mysterious horse appears and no one can figure out who it belongs to, the detectives are on the case. Kids will love the farm setting with animals to care for, hidden clues about the horse's past, and the satisfying moment when the mystery is solved. If your kid likes the magic of "Magic Tree House" or the mystery-solving fun of "Cam Jansen," they'll absolutely devour this summer mystery. Perfect for kids ages 6-9 in grades 1-3 who love solving puzzles alongside their favorite detective siblings.