Book details

The Mystery of the Purple Pool

The Boxcar Children

Gertrude Warner

Published in

1994

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Description

The Alden family rents a houseboat to visit the sights in New York City, but when a purple pool appears on the ship deck, it leads to a complex mystery.

Age

7-10

Text complexity

intermediate

Length

121 pages

Book in series

#14

Why to read

Engaging mystery story
Introduction to landmarks of New York City
Themes of perseverance and problem-solving
Strengthening family bonds and relationships