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The Boxcar Children, a close-knit group of siblings who live in a rugged boxcar, are called to a farm in New England where a strange ghost has been seen. At the farm, the ghost is said to have a glowing pumpkin head. Together they begin to dig into the mystery, using their teamwork and curiosity to uncover what’s really haunting the farm.
The story blends elements of adventure, mystery, and the supernatural, showcasing the children’s resourcefulness as they confront eerie clues and the secrets of a ghostly presence on a quiet farm.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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