Case of the Missing Honey

The Alden children were searching for a home—and found a life of adventure! In this Boxcar Children Step 2 leveled reader, they visit a farm to learn about honey bees, only to uncover a mystery when the bees and honey begin to disappear. Perfect for early readers mastering simple sentences.

It’s summer and the Alden siblings are ready for adventure! Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are invited to their friends’ farm to learn all about honeybees and beekeeping. But when someone starts tampering with the beehives and honey goes missing, the Aldens realize they have another mystery to solve! Will they be able to find the honey and help their farmer friends?

Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner’s The Beekeeper Mystery chapter book, this early reader allows children to start their reading journey 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.